Juan Soto is an All-Star for the first time as a Met. He was selected by the fans to his fifth career All-Star Game and will make his second Midsummer Classic start.
What happened?
Juan Soto entered Saturday's game at the Atlanta Braves leading the NL with a .971 OPS and .406 on-base percentage. He ranked second in the NL in slugging (.565), eighth in batting average (.297) and tied for ninth in home runs (18).
Why it matters for Juan Soto
This is Soto's first All-Star nod since 2024 when he was with the Yankees. He said it's a great feeling to be in the summer with so many talented players in the All-Star Game.
What comes next?
Soto is considering participating in the July 13 Home Run Derby. He said he's been thinking about it, but will see how his body feels and what's best for the second half of the season.
Juan Soto is slashing .297/.406/.565 with 18 home runs and 41 RBI through 69 games. Interim manager Andy Green said Soto loves baseball and is set out to be one of the best players in the history of the game.
Soto will make his second Midsummer Classic start on July 14 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. He said it's going to be fun to be around other great players.
The Mets' 27-year-old outfielder was named to the National League team for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game. Soto said he's grateful for the opportunity and is looking forward to the game.
Andy Green said Soto's numbers are special, especially considering the Mets' 2026 season hasn't gone according to plan. Soto said he focuses on one day at a time and tries to win every ballgame.
Soto's selection to the All-Star Game is a testament to his hard work and dedication. He said he's motivated to be better and be with the best of the best in the league.
The 2026 MLB All-Star Game will be played on July 14. Soto will be joined by other top players from the National League. He said it's a great feeling to be part of the All-Star Game and he's looking forward to the experience.
Soto's stats are impressive, with a .971 OPS and .406 on-base percentage. He's also ranked high in slugging and home runs. Andy Green said Soto is a special player who deserves to be in the All-Star Game.
The Mets are looking forward to the second half of the season. Soto said he's focused on helping the team win and making a push for the playoffs. He said it's a new day every day and he tries to forget about what happened in the past and focus on the present.
Soto's participation in the Home Run Derby is still uncertain. He said he's thinking about it, but will make a decision based on how his body feels and what's best for the team.
The 2026 MLB All-Star Game will be a great opportunity for Soto to showcase his skills. He said he's excited to be part of the game and is looking forward to the experience.
Soto's selection to the All-Star Game is a great honor. He said he's grateful for the opportunity and is looking forward to the game. He will be joined by other top players from the National League.
The Mets are proud to have Soto on their team. Andy Green said Soto is a great player who deserves to be in the All-Star Game. Soto said he's focused on helping the team win and making a push for the playoffs.
Soto's stats are impressive, with 18 home runs and 41 RBI through 69 games. He's also ranked high in batting average and on-base percentage. Andy Green said Soto is a special player who loves baseball and is set out to be one of the best players in the history of the game.
The 2026 MLB All-Star Game will be played on July 14 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. Soto will be joined by other top players from the National League. He said it's going to be fun to be around other great players.