What happened: Soto also ran the bases and took reps in left field ahead of the scheduled game. The injured-list stint has kept him out of the Mets' lineup while he works back.

Why it matters: His return could reduce Luis Robert Jr.'s playing time. It could also help the Mets manage the workloads of A.J. Ewing and Carson Benge.

What to watch: The next checkpoint is roster activation and how the Mets divide Soto's time between designated hitter and the outfield.