Juan Soto Fantasy Stats

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (calf) made a vow that he will return to the Mets this season at some point. He doesn't have a clear timeline for his return after being diagnosed with a strained left calf at the end of July. Since then, he has made his way back onto the field and, as recently as Friday, was seen doing light on-field workouts and stretches, as well as some wind sprints. Still, while he has a ways to go before returning, he admits that he simply wants to get back on the field and help contribute to the on-field success the Mets have been enjoying as of late. Whether or not that happens remains to be seen, but the 27-year-old All-Star is looking to add to his totals of 21 home runs and seven stolen bases before the season comes to an end. Given his elite fantasy upside and the promising nature of this developing news, he is worth stashing in the hopes that he can return and help fantasy baseball managers down the stretch.

Former New York Mets right-hander Freddy Peralta called a meeting earlier this year for franchise cornerstones Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor to "clear the air," according to Jorge Castillo of ESPN. Since then, according to sources, Soto and Lindor's relationship has been "noticeably warmer, with the players interacting more often." Both players have denied that a rift between them has ever existed, but their relationship has been a hot topic ever since Soto signed a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million contract after the 2024 season. The discussion didn't stop after Soto's locker, which had been next to Lindor's, was moved across the clubhouse. The Mets dealt with injuries to key players early in the 2026 season and were never really able to recover, but Soto and Lindor's relationship behind the scenes has left tension in the building, which hasn't helped team chemistry in Queens. Although their relationship reportedly has improved, it's another dynamic to watch as the Mets look to put another frustrating season in the rearview mirror in 2027.

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (calf) said he's "100%" expects to play again this year, according to Chelsea Janes of SNY. Soto added that he thinks he's young enough to recover quickly while taking things day to day after the Mets placed him on the 10-day injured list over the weekend due to a Grade 2 strained left calf. The 27-year-old Dominican and five-time All-Star doesn't have a clear timetable for a return, though, so fantasy managers are going to have to be patient with the left-handed slugger as we head into August this weekend. At the very least, Soto is expected to miss three weeks of action after also spending time on the IL in the first half of the season with a right-calf strain. Until he can return, rookie outfielder A.J. Ewing is expected to be New York's primary left fielder. Soto has missed time this year due to injury, but when healthy, he has been his typical high-end fantasy self, slashing .283/.408/.539 with a .947 OPS, 21 home runs, 52 RBI, 46 runs scored, and seven stolen bases across his 293 at-bats. Keep him stashed in an IL spot in all fantasy leagues, even though it might not be until late August when Soto is back.

The New York Mets announced on Saturday that they placed outfielder Juan Soto (calf) on the 10-day injured list with a strained left calf and recalled infielder Eric Wagaman from Triple-A Syracuse in a corresponding move. Soto, who already spent time on the IL in the first half of the season with a right-calf strain, has been bothered by his left calf since the first game after the All-Star break, and he was pulled from Friday's series opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers with more discomfort in his left calf. An MRI exam showed a Grade 2 strain, and interim manager Andy Green said that Soto will miss more than the two weeks that he missed in April with his right-calf strain. It's a major bummer for fantasy managers, as the five-time All-Star has hit 21 homers and 52 RBI in only 84 games this season. Soto must be stashed in an IL spot in all fantasy leagues while he heals. With Soto sidelined, the switch-hitting Jorge Polanco figures to be the Mets' primary designated hitter.

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (calf) will get imaging done on his nagging left calf on Saturday after he was pulled from Friday's contest early against the Los Angeles Dodgers, interim manager Andy Green told Tim Britton of The Athletic. Green isn't ruling out a trip to the injured list for Soto. "This has nagged him for a week," Green said. "Anytime you get an image, you're concerned." The Mets haven't released their lineup for Saturday's contest at Citi Field against the Dodgers, but Soto almost certainly will not be in it. The 27-year-old Dominican All-Star spent time on the IL earlier this year with a right-calf strain, and he's been dealing with issues in his left calf since the first game following the All-Star break earlier this month. Since then, he has mostly served as the Mets' designated hitter to keep him off his feet as much as possible. Fantasy managers need to prepare for the possibility that Soto will miss more time going forward. In his ninth year in the league, he's hitting .283 (83-for-293) with league highs in on-base percentage (.408) and OPS (.947) while adding 21 homers, 52 RBI, 46 runs scored, and seven steals.

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (calf) was forced to make an early exit from Friday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Soto was lifted for a pinch-runner in the sixth inning of this game. The team is saying that Soto was pulled from the contest due to left calf soreness. It's the same calf that gave Soto trouble last week, so this is something fantasy managers should monitor. Before leaving the game, Soto was hitless with two walks during Friday's loss. Interim manager Andy Green confirmed that Soto will undergo an MRI on Saturday. Fantasy managers should consider Soto as day-to-day, but should get a better timetable soon.

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (calf) is serving as the designated hitter and will bat second on Saturday on the road at Citizens Bank Park against the division-rival Philadelphia Phillies and left-hander Jesus Luzardo, according to MLB.com. Soto was removed from Thursday's game early to kick off the second half of the season due to soreness in his calf, but after a day off on Friday, he's feeling good enough to return to the Mets' lineup as the DH. Even though he's facing a left-hander on Saturday, fantasy managers must get Soto back in their starting lineups in all traditional formats. The 27-year-old Dominican All-Star returns to a .292/.412/.563 slash line with a .976 OPS, 21 home runs, 51 RBI, 44 runs scored, and seven stolen bases in 277 at-bats despite spending time on the injured list early on with a calf injury. Soto has extensive experience against Luzardo in his career and has fared well against him, batting .333 with a 1.041 OPS, a home run, and five RBI in 21 at-bats.

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (calf) was forced to make an early exit from Thursday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Soto was removed in the eighth inning due to left calf soreness. Before leaving, Soto singled and drew three walks in his four plate appearances on Thursday. Tyrone Taylor took over as a defensive replacement and could see more time out there if Soto lands on the Injured List. Interim manager Andy Green downplayed the severity of Soto's injury after the game. The Mets are off on Friday, so fantasy managers will need to check back on Saturday to see if the superstar slugger is back in the mix.

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (back) is serving as the designated hitter and is batting third for the Mets in Thursday's series finale at Citi Field against the visiting Chicago Cubs and left-hander Matthew Boyd, according to MLB.com. MJ Melendez will make another start in left field and will hit eighth. Soto was pulled from Tuesday's loss to the Cubs with left side back tightness, and he both ends of Wednesday's doubleheader versus Chicago. The 27-year-old superstar is back in action on Thursday, though, and even though he's facing a left-hander, he should be returned to starting lineups in all traditional fantasy leagues. The four-time All-Star and six-time Silver Slugger winner was on the injured list earlier this season with a calf injury, but when healthy, he continues to impress, slashing .299/.395/.570 with a .965 OPS, 17 long balls, 38 RBI, 36 runs scored, and six stolen bases in his 221 at-bats. Soto has faced Boyd eight times in his career and has a solo home run off him while batting .125 with a .722 OPS. He's hitting .278 (22-for-79) against southpaws in 2026 with four of his 17 home runs.

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (back) will remain sidelined for Game 2 of a doubleheader in Queens on Wednesday against the Chicago Cubs, per MLB.com. Brett Baty is making the start in right field and will bat ninth against Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga. Soto was forced to leave Tuesday's game against Chicago due to tightness on the left side of his back. The 27-year-old is being considered day-to-day for now, but manager Carlos Mendoza said that it's possible that the All-Star could have to make another trip to the injured list. The good news for the Mets is that they're getting star shortstop Francisco Lindor (calf) back from the IL for Game 2 of their doubleheader. Soto's next chance to return to the starting lineup will come in Thursday's series finale against the Cubbies. When healthy in 2026, the four-time Dominican All-Star has been his usual reliable self in fantasy, slashing .299/.395/.570 with a .965 OPS, 17 round-trippers, 38 RBI, 36 runs scored, and six stolen bases in his 221 at-bats. Check back on Thursday for an update on Soto's condition.