Soto wasn't the only mediocre defender on the Mets' roster last season, as the team wasn't good defensively as a whole. David Stearns made it clear that he wanted to address this in the offseason, which seems to have played in to him letting Pete Alonso (who was also bad defensively) walk in free agency.

That was with a bona fide slugger, Pete Alonso, hitting behind him.

This article was originally published on risingapple.com as Carlos Mendoza's emphatic Juan Soto answer could spell trouble as Mets contract ages. This offseason New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza gave the most “this is going to be a thing all year” answer imaginable.

Despite being 27 years old, there isn't much room for New York Mets slugger Juan Soto to improve on offense. Soto is coming off a 2025 campaign with New York,

Juan Soto has played eight years in MLB, but not even for one inning has he taken up the challenge to cover first base.

If you’re thinking that the last thing the New York Mets need is another controversy, then congratulations, you’re spot on in your assessment. But this is the Mets, and controversy is what they do, so what else were you expecting?

In the midst of a transformative offseason that saw mainstays Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz leave in free agency and fellow cornerstones Brandon Nimmo and Jeff McNeil traded, Soto — alongside Francisco Lindor — will play a crucial role in the Mets’ success next season.

MLB insider Jon Heyman claims Cody Bellinger's free agency decision will be devoid of drama and outside voices. Heyman contrasted this with Juan Soto's $765 million decision from last season.

Juan Soto is known for his success on the baseball field, but when it comes to his personal life, he keeps things simple and private. The New York Met.

Since Roman Anthony made his big league debut back in June, Alex Cora has made a habit of comparing him to Juan Soto, which is about the highest compliment you can currently give a young slugger.