Mets star Juan Soto stays in lineup despite injuries, affirms $765 million contract decision

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said Juan Soto will continue to play as long as his foot, wrist and elbow ailments do not pose a risk. Soto has been dealing with a lingering foot injury from a foul ball on May 13, a wrist issue that emerged in mid‑May and minor elbow discomfort, yet he remains in the lineup and is slated to bat third against the Yankees. He has posted a .271 average with a .363 on‑base percentage, 29 hits, six home runs and 14 RBIs in 107 at‑bats this season.

Soto also stated he has no second thoughts about his $765 million contract with the Mets, expressing confidence in the deal despite his youth and the injury concerns.