NY Mets’ Juan Soto joins exclusive milestone club, echoing feats of MLB legends from the 1930s

The New York Mets are rebounding in the MLB regular season after enduring a challenging stretch before the All-Star break. One standout during this resurgence has been Juan Soto, who has delivered exceptional performances over the past few weeks. Remarkably, Soto has achieved a milestone, placing him alongside two MLB legends from the 1930s.

Soto’s impact on the Mets has been nothing short of significant. Not only has he consistently produced hits and home runs, but he has also been a key player in scoring and executing plays that have helped propel the Mets to victory during the regular season.

Despite facing criticism from the fan base during a crucial period, Soto stepped up when the Mets needed him most. His stellar performance earned him the June MVP award in the National League. Moreover, he has been living up to the expectations that come with his substantial contract, valued at over $750 million.

In the Mets’ recent game against the Los Angeles Angels, Soto matched the achievements of MLB legends Babe Ruth and Jimmie Foxx. He became one of the few players in history to record at least 20 home runs, 75 walks, and 10 stolen bases through the first 100 games with a single team.

Ruth accomplished these numbers in 1920 with the New York Yankees, and Foxx replicated the feat in 1936 with the Boston Red Sox. Now, Soto joins this esteemed company, further solidifying his place among the game’s greats in the MLB.

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Soto’s stellar season performance

As Dominican star continues to shine for the Mets this season, his statistics have seen a significant uptick compared to the early part of the year. His seamless adaptation to head coach Carlos Mendoza’s strategy and camaraderie with his teammates has been instrumental in this improvement.

Over 355 at-bats, Soto has tallied 72 runs, 24 home runs, and 59 RBIs with 91 hits. Impressively, 15 of those hits were triples, and he has successfully stolen 12 bases. Soto also leads the league in walks with 79, underscoring his critical role in the Mets’ recent successes.

Soto reflects on his remarkable form

In light of his exceptional play in recent games, Soto has openly acknowledged his performance and shared his thoughts with the media. “Any way that you can help the team to win a ballgame, it’s great,” Soto remarked, highlighting his team-first mindset.