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Soto's Status Is Undetermined as Lindor Gets Ready to Rejoin Mets, and Senga Shifts to Bullpen
- On Wednesday, June 24, 2026, the New York Mets activated shortstop Francisco Lindor ahead of the second game of their doubleheader against the Chicago Cubs, returning after missing over two months with a left calf injury.
- Lindor has been sidelined since suffering a left calf strain while running the bases against the Minnesota Twins on April 22, marking the longest injury-related stint of his 12-year career.
- President of baseball operations David Stearns cautioned that the Mets cannot rely solely on Lindor to spark a turnaround, noting the team's 34-44 record requires significant improvement.
- After exiting Tuesday's 9-6 loss to the Cubs with back stiffness, outfielder Juan Soto remains day-to-day, as manager Carlos Mendoza acknowledged concern regarding his status.
- Despite Lindor's return, the Mets remain in last place in the National League East, sitting seven games out of the final Wild Card spot with full health required.
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Post RegisterSoto's status is unclear as Lindor gets ready to rejoin Mets, and Senga shifts to bullpen
Francisco Lindor is ready to rejoin the New York Mets just as Juan Soto deals with a back injury that may sideline him beyond Wednesday. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said he couldn’t rule out a trip to the injured list…
Mets plan to active Francisco Lindor for second game of Wednesday’s doubleheader
Francisco Lindor’s return is imminent. The Mets expect to activate the All-Star shortstop for the second game of Wednesday’s doubleheader against the Chicago Cubs at Citi Field, manager Carlos Mendoza said. Lindor has been on the injured list since April 23 due to a left calf strain. “We missed him, obviously,” Mendoza said. “His presence in the lineup everyday, on and off the field, how much he connects with guys in that locker room, the defens…
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