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Soto's status is unclear as Lindor gets ready to rejoin Mets, and Senga shifts to bullpen
By Jerry Beach, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Francisco Lindor rejoined the New York Mets Wednesday night — just as Juan Soto deals with a back injury that may sideline him beyond a discouraging doubleheader sweep for the Mets, who fell to the Chicago Cubs 10-3 and 10-5.Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Wednesday morning he couldn’t rule out ...
Key takeaway Mendoza said Wednesday morning he hoped Soto could be available at some point in the day but acknowledged a level of concern for the superstar outfielder, who is in the second season of a 15-year, $765 million deal.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The Mets' struggles, including their recent doubleheader sweep at the hands of the Chicago Cubs, have local implications for Magnolia residents who follow the team. With Juan Soto's status uncertain due to a back injury, and Francisco Lindor's cautious return from a strained left calf, the team's performance will be closely watched by fans in the Houston area. The fact that Lindor and Soto have played only nine games together this season is particularly notable, given the team's 12-game losing streak during Soto's absence. As the Mets look to recover from their current slump, the health and productivity of these key players will be crucial. For local fans, the upcoming games will be an opportunity to see if the team can turn their season around, and whether Lindor and Soto can finally spend some time on the field together.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Francisco Lindor rejoined the New York Mets Wednesday night — just as Juan Soto deals with a back injury that may sideline him beyond a discouraging doubleheader sweep for the Mets, who fell to the Chicago Cubs 10-3 and 10-5.Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Wednesday morning he couldn’t rule out ...
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