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Mets Activate Juan Soto After Month-Long Calf Injury

WHY IT MATTERS

Soto’s return gives the Mets a stronger offensive option for the remainder of the season, potentially improving their competitiveness in the division.

What happened

The Mets have activated Juan Soto after the slugger spent more than a month on the injured list with a left calf strain. Soto’s return opens the door for the team to reintroduce a key offensive player. With his activation, the Mets can now consider him in the lineup for upcoming games, adding depth and power to their batting order. The move also signals the organization’s intent to keep the roster flexible as the season progresses.

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Mets activate Soto (calf strain) from injured list

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AI-assisted summary · THELAST.NEWSPublished August 29, 2026 at 5:45 PMUpdated August 29, 2026 at 5:45 PMRevision 11 linked source

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