Juan Soto named lone All-Star for Mets in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 1:51 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The New York Mets will send outfielder Juan Soto to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game on July 14. Despite the team's struggles with a 36-52 record, Soto has excelled, hitting.298 with 18 home runs and a.972 OPS this season. This marks Soto's fifth All-Star selection, representing his fourth team after stints with the Nationals, Padres, and Yankees. He is currently the only player from the Mets to be recognized for the All-Star event, highlighting the team's disappointing year. Soto has also hinted at a potential return to the Home Run Derby.
- •Juan Soto represents the Mets at the 2026 All-Star Game.
- •Soto has 28 extra-base hits and 41 RBIs this season.
- •This is Soto's fifth All-Star selection in his career.
- •He is the only Mets player selected for the All-Star Game.
- •Soto considers participating in the Home Run Derby again.
- 1:51 AMYahoo Sports — Mets' Lone All-Star Is None Other Than Juan Soto
"The New York Mets will be sending outfielder Juan Soto to this year's Summer Classic.
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