Juan Soto’s Struggles and Key Play
New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto’s hopes of breaking out of his spring slump were dashed when he went 1-for-12 with two strikeouts during a three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Despite his batting struggles, Soto made a crucial defensive play in the eighth inning of Wednesday’s game, contributing to the Mets’ victory, which they secured in the bottom of the 10th. This performance highlights Soto’s ability to impact the game beyond his batting, even amid a challenging stretch at the plate.