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Mets' Juan Soto experimenting with a new bat and results have been promising

Juan Soto returned to play in the series finale against the Cubs. He previously left a Tuesday game due to tightness in his left side back. Analysts describe his current performance as MVP-caliber despite the team's struggles.

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Soto has returned to the lineup and avoided the injured list.

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  1. Juan Soto returns to Mets lineup after back injury

    Juan Soto returned to play in the series finale against the Cubs. He previously left a Tuesday game due to tightness in his left side back. Analysts describe his current performance as MVP-caliber despite the team's struggles.

    What's confirmed:

    • Juan Soto returned to the Mets lineup for the series finale against the Cubs.
    • Soto is producing an MVP-level season.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Tiki Barber claims the Mets adopted a Juan Soto mentality that lacked glue during a losing streak.
    confidence 100%

  2. Juan Soto listed as day-to-day with back tightness

    Mets outfielder Juan Soto left Tuesday's game against the Cubs early. He exited at the top of the fifth inning at Citi Field. The team lists him as day-to-day due to tightness in his left side back.

    What's confirmed:

    • Juan Soto left Tuesday's game against the Cubs early.
    • Soto exited the game at the top of the fifth inning at Citi Field.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Soto is day-to-day after experiencing left side back tightness.
    confidence 90%

  3. Juan Soto Uses New Bat to Power Multi-Homer Game Against Phillies

    Mets outfielder Juan Soto is utilizing a bat that is "tick heavier" to improve his speed with two strikes. He recently hit two home runs in a 6-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. This performance helped move New York to a 34-41 record.

    What's confirmed:

    • Juan Soto is using a new bat that is "tick heavier" to increase his speed in the box with two strikes.
    • Soto hit two home runs during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday.
    • The Mets defeated the Phillies 6-4 to reach a 34-41 record.
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  4. Juan Soto Experiments With Heavier Bat for Better Results

    Mets outfielder Juan Soto is using a new bat that is a "tick heavier" to increase his speed in the box with two strikes. Early results from the change have been promising and powerful.

    What's confirmed:

    • Juan Soto is experimenting with a bat that is a "tick heavier" to be quicker in the box with two strikes.
    • Soto has seen powerful results since starting the experiment with the new bat.
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