Derek Hill robs Juan Soto of homer in Phillies' win over Mets

Derek Hill made a standout defensive play for the Philadelphia Phillies in a 2-1 victory against the New York Mets on July 1, 2026. Hill's catch, which involved robbing Juan Soto of a home run, has drawn attention as he quickly adjusts to his new team. Acquired from the Chicago White Sox on June 11, Hill has already contributed with late-game heroics, including two crucial home runs in previous games. His interaction with Soto post-catch highlighted a mutual respect between the players, as Soto expressed a playful warning to Hill not to let it happen again. Hill aims to bring energy and positivity to the Phillies as they pursue a stronger season.

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