Polanco Steps Up With Soto Out | New York Mets News

Mets’ offense is in a bind with Juan Soto sidelined by a calf strain, thrusting Jorge Polanco into a bigger role — including potential starts at first base — as the team desperately needs him to rediscover his form after a brutal start to the season. Polanco’s .114 average and high strikeout rate since returning from injury have left the manager pleading for him to be more selective and avoid chasing pitches. Meanwhile, pitcher Clay Holmes is inching closer to a return with a scheduled bullpen session, after a solid rehab outing in Triple-A. The pressure is on Polanco to deliver — and fast.

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