Mets Place Juan Soto On 10-Day Injured List
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Key Points:
- The New York Mets have placed slugger Juan Soto on the 10-day injured list due to a left calf strain, with infielder Eric Wagaman called up from Triple-A to fill his roster spot.
- Soto has been dealing with calf issues all season, having missed nearly three weeks in April with a right calf strain, and recently has been used primarily as a designated hitter to manage his soreness.
- An MRI confirmed the left calf strain, with an initial recovery estimate of 4-6 weeks, though the injury's severity could vary and potentially threaten the remainder of his season.
- Given the Mets are out of playoff contention, the team may opt to shut Soto down if he cannot return by mid-September to prioritize his long-term health.
- Despite injuries, Soto remains a key contributor, batting .283/.408/.539 with 21 home runs and leading the National League in on-base percentage and OPS.
