Juan Soto- San Diego Padres
Things haven't been going as planned after when the San Diego Padres loaded up on the trade deadline.
Then Juan Soto appears to be recovering from an injury following being struck by an opponent on Wednesday.
Juan Soto- To be Recovering
The All-Star outfielder slammed an errant fastball to his back and was forced to leave playing on Wednesday.
Juan Soto- Hit by Fastball
Diamondbacks pitcher Tommy Henry threw a 91-speed fastball in and up which struck Soto in the back.
Juan Soto- Throw by Player
Soto was thrown to the floor, hurting until he regained his feet and took his base. He was able to continue playing.
Juan Soto- Regained His Feet
The hit-by-pitch is a continuation of Soto's rough start to San Diego amid a season which was already his worst.
Juan Soto- Player Rough Start
Image Source- SI.COM, Sactown Royalty
Juan Soto- Lineup Struggle
Image Source- SI.COM, Sactown Royalty
The Padres' star has struggled since returning to the lineup and was in a slump of 2 for 27 in the lead-up.
The slump brought his former batting champion's score to .243 and brought cheers from the Padres fans.
Juan Soto- Batting Champ
Swipe Up for More Stories relates to
Juan Soto
& Other Professional Sports Personalities.
Juan Soto- Swipe Up For More!!!
Learn more