Right fielder Juan Soto is demonstrating the value of his record-breaking 15-year, $765M contract with the New York Mets, as he homered in four of his last 10 games leading up to a matchup against the Washington Nationals. In the bottom of the third inning, Soto hit a 408-foot two-run home run off Nationals pitcher Jake Irvin, following a 79 mph curveball, with shortstop Francisco Lindor scoring on the play. This performance highlights Soto’s offensive prowess and potential impact on the team’s success.
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The New York Mets recalled catcher Francisco Alvarez from Triple-A Syracuse, and he made an immediate impact with offensive and defensive contributions in a 7-5 win over the Los Angeles Angels. Alvarez reflected on his demotion, stating it helped him grow as a player and teammate, and noted that he performed well, including a crucial defensive play during the game. Need More Context? 🔎
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