Juan Soto Placed on 10-Day IL with Left Calf Strain

Juan Soto has been placed on the 10-day injured list after an MRI confirmed a left calf strain. The outfielder was removed from Friday's game against the Dodgers due to discomfort. Soto previously missed 15 games in April with a right calf issue. As the Mets manage his recovery, the team is planning to give Jorge Polanco increased playing time to fill the void. The injury raises significant questions about the team's strategy ahead of the August 3 trade deadline.