Mets Face Uncertainty with Soto's Injury and Lindor's Return

Soto's status is undetermined as Lindor gets ready to rejoin Mets, and Senga shifts to bullpen

Francisco Lindor is ready to rejoin the New York Mets — just as Juan Soto deals with a back injury that may sideline him beyond Wednesday. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said he couldn’t rule out a trip to the injured list for Soto, who exited a 9-6 loss to the Chicago Cubs after the fourth inning Tuesday night because of a tight back. Mendoza said he hoped Soto could be available at some point Wednesday but acknowledged a level of concern for the superstar outfielder, who is in the second sea...

By JERRY BEACH