Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Mets Fall 7-2 as Soto Sits Out Sick

5/26/2026

39 5 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

The New York Mets lost 7-2 to the Cincinnati Reds on Monday with Juan Soto absent.
Soto missed the game because he had a fever last night, and he is batting .294 with 10 homers, 21 RBIs, a .949 OPS and $765 million contract.
The Mets entered 22-32, last in the NL East, while injuries kept shortstop Francisco Lindor, catcher Francisco Alvarez, outfielder Luis Robert Jr. and Tyrone Taylor on the list.

1 of 1

Story summary

The New York Mets lost 7-2 to the Cincinnati Reds on Monday with Juan Soto absent.
Soto missed the game because he had a fever last night, and he is batting .294 with 10 homers, 21 RBIs, a .949 OPS and $765 million contract.
The Mets entered 22-32, last in the NL East, while injuries kept shortstop Francisco Lindor, catcher Francisco Alvarez, outfielder Luis Robert Jr. and Tyrone Taylor on the list.