THE NEW YORK METS achieved a significant milestone by concluding their final homestand of the 2025 season last weekend, welcoming a record-breaking 3,182,057 fans at Citi Field.
However, the homestand was disastrous in terms of playoff implications. Struggling to secure the last National League wild-card spot, the Mets lost two out of three games to the Texas Rangers, managed to take two of three from the postseason-bound San Diego Padres, and then shockingly dropped two of three to the struggling Washington Nationals, jeopardizing their postseason hopes.
The sellout crowd expressed their discontent on Sunday, showering the team with boos during their loss.
For Juan Soto, the season has been a mix of highs and lows. Against the Nationals, the team that originally signed him, he had notable success with two multi-hit games, a crucial ninth-inning single, a home run, and two stolen bases. However, he also made his first error of the season, which led to a run during a loss, and was caught stealing in a tight game.
Despite having one of the most expensive rosters in MLB, the Mets went from leading the league in mid-June to performing poorly for over three months, raising concerns about a historic postseason collapse with only five games left on the road. Soto managed to turn his season around after a shaky start, showcasing an MVP-level performance that has kept the team’s playoff aspirations alive, but a strong finish will be crucial to emulate last year’s success where they secured a wild-card series.
Soto, who signed a massive $765 million contract, is at the center of attention. He has finally begun to settle in after a challenging transition, sharing, “It’s a little better,” and anticipates that it will feel like home soon. He remains hopeful about the team’s chance of surprising everyone by clinching the World Series title.
His performance has significantly impacted the team, as Soto progressed from early struggles to finish the season strong, including a historic season with 36 steals, a milestone during his time with the Mets. Although his defense has struggled, his offensive capabilities have shone through, putting the spotlight on whether he can help turn the season around for the Mets.
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