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Juan Soto Returns, Mets Snap 12-Game Skid

4/23/2026

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Soto Ends Streak

Juan Soto returned as DH on April 22, 2026, when the Mets beat the Minnesota Twins 3-2, ending a 12-game losing streak.
He went 1-for-3 with a walk missing 15 games due to April 3 strain, having previously hit .355/.412/.516 with a homer in eight games.
Soto said he had not spoken to teammates as they were on the road, while Manager Carlos Mendoza said pressure must be shared.

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Lindor Exits

Francisco Lindor left the game in the fifth inning with left calf tightness and will undergo an MRI on Thursday.
Carlos Mendoza shifted Bo Bichette to shortstop and placed Brett Baty at third after Lindor’s exit.
Lindor’s +5 Outs Above Average rating in 2025 contrasts with Bichette’s –13 rating, echoing a similar calf issue that sidelined Juan Soto and prompting Mets to consider calling up prospect Ronny Mauricio.

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Soto Ends Streak

Juan Soto returned as DH on April 22, 2026, when the Mets beat the Minnesota Twins 3-2, ending a 12-game losing streak.
He went 1-for-3 with a walk missing 15 games due to April 3 strain, having previously hit .355/.412/.516 with a homer in eight games.
Soto said he had not spoken to teammates as they were on the road, while Manager Carlos Mendoza said pressure must be shared.

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