Juan Soto out of Mets lineup Monday in concern one day after being scratched with illness
Juan Soto was absent from the New York Mets lineup on Monday due to illness, following his previous day being scratched for a fever and weakness. The Mets, struggling offensively, had to adjust their lineup as they faced the Cincinnati Reds. Soto's absence is notable as he has been one of the team's most consistent performers this season.
- ▪Juan Soto was scratched from the lineup due to a flu-like illness.
- ▪The Mets have struggled offensively, scoring only two runs in their last three games.
- ▪Soto has hit six home runs in his last ten games, showcasing his importance to the team.
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MLB New York Mets Juan Soto out of Mets lineup Monday in concern one day after being scratched with illness By Andrew Crane Published May 25, 2026, 1:28 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google A struggling Mets offense that managed just two runs across a three-game sweep in Miami needed to operate without Juan Soto again Monday. Soto, who was scratched Sunday while dealing with a fever and weakness with a flu-like bug that’s been going around the team, was absent from the lineup Memorial Day as the Mets opened a three-game home series against the Reds. Carson Benge served as designated hitter, while the Mets went with an outfield of Nick Morabito in left, A.J. Ewing in center and Tyrone Taylor in right.
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