Juan Soto’s Calf Injury Becomes Another Chapter In Nightmare Season

Matt Brown
New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (22) reacts after scoring a run.

The New York Mets are anxiously awaiting the results of Juan Soto’s MRI after the superstar slugger exited Friday’s game against the Los Angeles Dodgers with left calf soreness.

While the injury is currently being described as mild, it’s concerning enough that the Mets are sending Soto for imaging on Saturday. For a team already enduring a disappointing season, the last thing it can afford is to lose its biggest offensive weapon.

Juan Soto’s Calf Injury Is Becoming A Trend

Aug 15, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto (22) reacts after striking out during the ninth inning against the Seattle Mariners at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

This isn’t the first time Soto has dealt with calf issues this season.

The five-time All-Star previously landed on the injured list in April because of a right calf strain. More recently, he left a game against the Philadelphia Phillies with soreness in his left calf before transitioning to designated hitter in an effort to reduce the wear and tear.

Despite those precautions, the discomfort returned Friday, making the MRI an important next step in determining whether he’ll need another stint on the injured list.

The Mets Can’t Afford To Lose Their Best Hitter

Even with New York struggling near the bottom of the National League East standings, Soto has continued to produce at an elite level.

He’s batting .283 with 21 home runs, 52 RBIs and owns a .947 OPS, the best mark in the National League. His ability to get on base and change games with one swing has been one of the few consistent bright spots for the Mets this season.

Without Soto in the lineup, an already inconsistent offense becomes significantly less dangerous.

Saturday’s MRI Will Provide More Answers

At this point, the Mets are in wait-and-see mode. Interim manager Andy Green acknowledged there’s legitimate concern that Soto could require another trip to the injured list, though nothing has been decided until the MRI results are available.

If the imaging comes back clean, the Mets may simply continue managing his workload. But if the injury is more serious than initially believed, New York could be facing another lengthy absence from its franchise cornerstone.

For now, all eyes are on Saturday’s MRI and whether it delivers good news for both Soto and a Mets team that desperately needs him healthy.

Matt is one of the owners at Total Apex Media. He is an avid sports & pop culture fan who has been writing for various outlets over the past four years.