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Juan Soto Shares Mets Return Update After MRI on Calf Injury

The New York Mets are off to a tepid start to the 2026 season after making a massive overhaul to their roster during the winter. Moreover, they suffered a potentially crippling blow after Juan Soto went out of their 10-3 win over the San Francisco Giants on Friday.

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Clay Holmes baffles Giants in Mets' lopsided shutout win

Tyrone Taylor capped a five-run fifth inning with a pinch-hit home run, Clay Holmes threw seven shutout innings and the visiting New York Mets made it two straight blowouts over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night with a 9-0 victory.

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Juan Soto News / Last Word On Sports / April 4

Mets Receive Injury Update on Juan Soto in Latest Concern

The New York Mets have an injury concern for their best player, and one of the game’s best, just eight games through the regular season. On Friday night, superstar left fielder Juan Soto was removed from the game after the first inning and was replaced by Tyrone Taylor.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

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Game Chat: Mets vs Giants, 9:05 PM

Saturday, April 4, 2026 • 9:05 PM Oracle Park • San Francisco, CA RHP Clay Holmes (1-0, 3.18) vs. RHP Landen Roupp (1-0, 0.00) SNY The Mets offense finally clicked last night, erupting with 10 runs scored on 15 hits.

Juan Soto News / Larry Brown Sports / April 4

Notable update emerges about Juan Soto’s concerning injury

The New York Mets are off to a slow start in the 2026 MLB season, and things became a little more concerning for them with news of Juan Soto’s injury.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / April 4

New York Mets get positive Juan Soto injury news

It was easy to assume the worst after New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto departed Friday's game after the first inning due to tightness in his right calf.

Mets' Francisco Lindor addresses alleged rift with Brandon Nimmo

It's time to hit the panic button on Blue Jays' Brendon Little

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Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton records first regular-season steal since 2020

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / April 4

NY Mets add reliever Luke Jackson on minor league deal

The New York Mets are never afraid to secure low-risk deals in the free agent market. They have made their fair share of signings using this approach, specifically, minor league contracts.

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Pete Alonso News / LWOSports.com / April 4

The Mets’ Answer to Losing Pete Alonso Might Already Be Here

To start 2026, the New York Mets offense has been up and down. In their first game, they scored 11 runs to defeat the Pittsburgh Pirates. Then, in the next game, the Mets went to 11 innings and would score four runs to beat the Pirates.

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Francisco Alvarez Shines as Mets Crush Giants

Francisco Alvarez hit two home runs to lift the New York Mets to a 10-3 triumph over the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park Friday. The 26-year-old catcher sent a ball over the center field wall during the fourth inning before hitting his second solo shot during the seventh.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 4

Mets star Juan Soto to undergo MRI for possible calf injury

Soto left Friday's 10-3 Mets win over the Giants with what the team described as right calf tightness.

Mets could be without Juan Soto as series continues with Giants

Mets bash 3 homers, thrash Giants but lose Juan Soto (calf)

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Marcus Semien News / New York Mets on SI / April 4

Marcus Semien Delivers Most Encouraging Performance with Mets

Marcus Semien's start to his tenure with the New York Mets hasn't been great. Through eight games so far, the second baseman is just 6-for-28 at the plate, hitting a lackluster .214.

Juan Soto News / Field Level Media / April 4

Mets could be without Juan Soto as series continues with Giants

The New York Mets once again will attempt to show off the depth of their new-look lineup when they take the field against the host San Francisco Giants on Saturday night.

New York Mets News / Just Baseball / April 4

Four Early Takeaways From the Mets’ Start in 2026

The New York Mets split their first six games of 2026 against the Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis Cardinals. It was only six games, but New York played several high-leverage innings, with half of its games going to extra innings.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / April 4

NY Concern grows about Juan Soto’s calf injury

The New York Mets won 10-3 on Friday against the San Francisco Giants, ending a three-game losing skid in spectacular fashion. The offense, including Bo Bichette and Marcus Semien, woke up, and Nolan McLean was amazing on the mound.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / April 4

Mets Signing Veteran Reliever to Minor League Deal

The New York Mets continue to add depth to their bullpen. The Mets have signed veteran right-handed reliever Luke Jackson to a minor league deal, as a source told Pat Ragazzo of Mets On SI.

Nolan McLean News / Fastball on SI / April 4

Mets' Nolan McLean Lands on List Every MLB Starter Wants to Be On

It certainly seems like the New York Mets have found a young star to help anchor the starting rotation into the future. Nolan McLean is just 24 years old with 10 total big league appearances under his belt.

Luke Jackson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 4

Mets add depth by signing ex-Braves reliever

The New York Mets are addressing early concerns by strengthening their bullpen with a veteran addition. As the club looks to stabilize its relief corps, the signing of Luke Jackson brings experienced depth to the organization during the early stages of the 2026 MLB season.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / April 4

New York Mets Add Depth by Signing Veteran Reliever

The New York Mets are adding depth to the roster, with veteran reliever Luke Jackson joining the organization. According to The Athletics' Will Sammon, Jackson is signing a minor league contract.