NY Mets star Juan Soto addresses MLB All-Star snub with surprising response

The New York Mets are experiencing a resurgence this regular season. After enduring setbacks in June, despite Juan Soto‘s dominant performance and leading league statistics, the team’s July outings have reignited hope among their fan base. With eyes set on maintaining momentum ahead of the MLB All-Star break, the Mets are eager to continue their winning ways.

The Mets are riding high following their recent series victory over the Baltimore Orioles. This win fuels their ambition to lead the NL East standings, where they currently share the top spot with the Philadelphia Phillies, a team known for its impressive regular-season performances.

As the All-Star break approaches, the Mets plan to rest key players to gear up for the remaining regular-season matchups. Three Mets players, however, have been selected for the All-Star Game. Notably absent from that list is Soto, despite his standout performance earlier in the season.

Soto addressed his All-Star snub with a candid statement that caught many by surprise. “What do you think? I think there’s a lot of money on the table if I make it,” Soto remarked to the media following the Mets’ triumph over the Orioles.

Francisco Lindor weighs in on Soto’s All-Star snub

Despite a sluggish start to the regular season with the Mets, which led to Dominican player being overlooked for the MLB All-Star Game, his teammate Francisco Lindor has spoken out in defense of Soto. Lindor maintains that Soto remains an elite player who deserves a spot on the All-Star roster.

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“I hope he ends up making it,” Lindor stated regarding Soto’s absence from the All-Star week. “He deserves the recognition. He belongs in the All-Star Game. Hopefully, there’s an opportunity for him to join us so the four of us can go and get booed together.“

Mets’ owner delivers concise message on victory

As the Mets encountered some difficulties towards the end of June, team owner Steve Cohen weighed in with a succinct message of encouragement. He addressed Soto along with three other integral players whom he refers to as the team’s “Fab Four”: Pete Alonso, Francisco Lindor, and Edwin Diaz. “Phenomenal win tonight led by the ‘Fab Four,'” Cohen succinctly declared.

With this victory under their belt, Mets fans are optimistic about upcoming performances. Although the players have not been operating at peak form, the fan base expects improved results as Soto and his teammates continue to gel and rise to fresh challenges.