JUAN SOTO NEWS

Testing calf in running drills Nationals manager Dave Martinez said Soto (calf) performed 90-foot straight-line running drills Saturday and is scheduled to run "arcs" as part of Sunday's workout, Mark Zuckerman...

Impact The "arc" sprinting would presumably simulate how Soto looks while running the bases, giving the Nationals a better idea of where he stands in his recovery from a sore right calf. Martinez said that Soto has been able to hit the past few days without issue, so being able to run without discomfort appears to be the main obstacle the outfielder will have to overcome to guarantee his availability for Opening Day. If Sunday's workout goes as expected, Soto could get some at-bats Monday in a "B" game or simulated game, which would bode well for his chances of being in the Opening Day lineup.

MARCH 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 27, 2021 • MLB.COM

Sitting one or two days Manager Dave Martinez said Soto (calf) will receive one or two days off "just to make sure he's right," Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact The 22-year-old left Thursday's contest with right calf tightness and is out of Friday's lineup, but there doesn't appear to be much concern over the injury. Soto will take a couple days to recover from the injury, but it shouldn't affect his availability for Opening Day.

MARCH 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could still play Friday Soto (calf) will be evaluated Friday afternoon and could play in the evening Grapefruit League game against the Mets, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact The 22-year-old exited Thursday's spring game after his right calf tightened up, but it's been described as a minor injury, and the fact he hasn't already been ruled out supports that assertation. There's no real reason to rush Soto back into the lineup Friday, so it wouldn't be surprising to see the Nationals exercise caution by giving him a day or two to recover.

MARCH 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nationals’ Soto leaves game early with right calf cramp Reigning NL batting champion Juan Soto left Washington’s 7-3 exhibition loss against the Miami Marlins in the middle of the first inning Thu...

MARCH 26, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

Nats OF Juan Soto leaves game early with right calf cramp JUPITER, Fla. - Reigning NL batting champion Juan Soto left Washington’s 7-3 exhibition loss against the Miami Marlins in the middle of the...

MARCH 26, 2021 • THESTAR.COM

Nats OF Juan Soto leaves game early with right calf cramp

Washington Nationals star Juan Soto left a 7-3 exhibition loss at the Miami Marlins in the middle of the first inning with what manager Dave Martinez said was a cramp in his right...

MARCH 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chisox star Jiménez out 5-6 months, Rays' Anderson ailing

A week before opening day, the Chicago White Sox found out slugger Eloy Jiménez will be closed down for most of the season

MARCH 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dealing with calf tightness Soto's calf tightened during the Nationals' game Thursday but he is okay, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The original reason for Soto's exit was not disclosed, though it was never believed to be serious. Given the consistent reports that the injury is not major, Soto should be ready for game action by Opening Day.

MARCH 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fine after injury scare Soto is reportedly "fine" after being removed from Thursday's game, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Soto was removed with an issue that was deemed "very minor," though no further details have been proved. The team was reportedly being extremely cautious with the young star, and nothing indicates this will jeopardize his status for Opening Day.

MARCH 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from Thursday's game Soto was removed from Thursday's spring game against the Marlins for an unspecified reason, Maria Torres of The Athletic reports.

Impact Soto took just one at-bat during Thursday's game before leaving the contest in the first inning. Manager Dave Martinez is expected to provide an update on Soto's status after Thursday's matchup.

MARCH 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Swing not quite in sync Soto went 0-for-3 with a walk and a strikeout in Wednesday's Grapefruit League game against the Astros.

Impact A minor foot injury and a sinus issue interrupted Soto's preparations for the regular season earlier in camp, and the 22-year-old hasn't quite found his timing at the plate as a result, going 6-for-32 (.188) without an extra-base hit this spring. Soto's 4:5 BB:K is strong, however, and his track record indicates he'll be just fine once the games start to count.

MARCH 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 18, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Soto, Turner, healthy rotation key for champ-to-chump Nats

Juan Soto and Trea Turner are expected to lead the lineup again for the Washington Nationals as they try to get back to winning baseball after tying for last place in the NL East

MARCH 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Soto's projections are nuts -- and Hall-worthy Juan Soto has gotten off to one of the best starts to a career we’ve ever seen. He’s yet to play a regular-season game as a 22-year-old and...

MARCH 16, 2021 • MLB.COM

Returns to lineup Soto (illness) is starting Saturday's spring game against the Mets, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports.

Impact Soto was held out of the lineup over the past several days due to a sinus issue, but he'll bat second and play right field against the Mets on Saturday. Manager Dave Martinez said that Soto won't have any restrictions following his brief absence.

MARCH 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scratched from lineup Soto (illness) was scratched from the Nationals' lineup for Thursday's Grapefruit League game against the Marlins.

Impact Soto had been away from the team Wednesday while dealing with an illness, but he rejoined the Nationals for Thursday's road game and was slated to play right field and bat third. However, after further thought, manager Dave Martinez said that he felt Soto could benefit from another day off to make a full recovery from a sinus infection, according to Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post. Soto -- who has continued to test negative for COVID-19 -- will still get in a workout Thursday, so he should be ready to rejoin the Nats' lineup in their next spring game Saturday against the Mets.

MARCH 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back in lineup Thursday Soto (illness) will start in right field and bat second in Thursday's Grapefruit League game against the Marlins, Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Soto didn't report to the Nationals' facility Wednesday after coming down with what was apparently a non-COVID-19-related illness, but he showed enough improvement overnight to return to action a day later. Though Soto most frequently served as the Nationals' No. 3 hitter in 2020, manager Dave Martinez will give him a look in the two hole Thursday, with the 22-year-old slotting in between Victor Robles and Trea Turner.

MARCH 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sent home with illness Manager Dave Martinez said that Soto didn't report to the Nationals' facility Wednesday after feeling ill, Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post reports. "Right now, he's the only...

Impact Martinez suggested that Soto is staying away from the facility just as a precaution, as the Nationals don't believe he's dealing with an illness related to COVID-19. The outfielder previously tested positive for the virus in the final week of summer camp last year and missed the Nationals' first eight games of the season, but he was one of baseball's top hitters upon his return to action, posting a monstrous 1.185 OPS and a 41:28 BB:K over 196 plate appearances. Soto can be considered day-to-day until the Nationals provide another update on his condition.

MARCH 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

'I hit a brick wall': Sluggishness led to surgery for Lester

Washington Nationals pitcher Jon Lester says he knew something was wrong because he felt too sluggish last season during games and even between games while he was with the Chicago...

MARCH 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Arihara settles into 2nd start for Rangers, 3 solid innings

Kohei Arihara bounced back from a shaky spring training debut for the Texas Rangers, pitching three innings against the Chicago Cubs

MARCH 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nats GM won't say why Jeffress was cut, but not for on-field

Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo has declined to specify why Jeremy Jeffress was released by the team

MARCH 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Royce Lewis on rehab: 'My future's still bright' FORT MYERS, Fla. -- Royce Lewis truly believed he was going to show up to Spring Training and force his way into the Twins' plans for the im...

MARCH 4, 2021 • MLB.COM

Notes: Soto's debut; Bell, Schwarber jacks WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- The smile on Juan Soto's face was nearly as big as his swing. The 22-year-old right fielder had just made his Sprin...

MARCH 3, 2021 • MLB.COM

Nationals say lefty Jon Lester to have thyroid gland removed

Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez says left-hander Jon Lester will have surgery to have his thyroid gland removed

MARCH 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS