Juan Soto’s Mets reign hits a snag as the star slugger lands on the 10-day IL with a left calf strain — a familiar ailment that’s been nagging since the All-Star break. Despite his MVP-caliber season (.283, 21 HR, 52 RBI, NL leader in OPS), his absence stings, especially since the team cratered (3-12) when he missed earlier in the year. Eric Wagaman is called up to fill the void, but with Soto as the Mets’ lone All-Star, this is a major blow. It’s a reminder that even the best players are vulnerable — and the Mets must now adapt without their home run machine.

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