Juan Soto Sits Out Wednesday's Game with Bruised Foot, X-Rays Negative

New York Yankees slugger Juan Soto was held out of Wednesday's lineup against the San Diego Padres after fouling a ball off his left foot on Tuesday night. Manager Carlos Mendoza reported Soto is "better but still sore" and undergoing treatment, with X-rays confirming only a bruise. While Soto's status for Wednesday's game as a bench option remains uncertain, the team is optimistic he will return to the starting lineup by Friday following a day off. He is currently batting .248 with 25 homers and 62 RBIs.