NEW YORK — Dominican star outfielder
Juan Soto of the New York Mets for the first time in team history, a player recorded
10 or more home runs, 20 or more hits, 20 or more runs scored, 20 or more RBIs and 20 or more walks in the same calendar month. An achievement that confirms the absolute dominance of the Dominican with the bat.
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During June, Soto signed an extraordinary
OPS of 1.196, the
second highest in a month (minimum 100 plate appearances) in Mets history, only behind
Darryl Strawberry, who recorded an OPS of 1.219 in June 1990.
Arguments for a Historic Month
- HR: 10+
- H: 20+
- R: 20+
- RBI: 20+
- BB: 20+
- OPS in June: 1.196 (2nd best in club history)
Soto, 26, has been a key piece in the Mets’ offensive resurgence this season, showcasing his ability to get on base, his tremendous power, and his fearsome plate discipline. His production positions him as a
strong candidate for Player of the Month in the National League, and he even begins to consolidate solid arguments towards the
MVP conversation.
“He’s in an offensive moment that is rarely seen. Every time he stands at the plate, he’s a threat,” commented the team manager.
With his performance in June,
Juan Soto has not only elevated the Mets’ postseason aspirations, but has also reaffirmed his status as
one of the most complete superstars in today’s baseball.
