Juan Soto voted NL All-Star starter, Mets fall to Braves 14-3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Juan Soto has been named the starting left fielder for the National League All-Star team after receiving high fan support. This marks Soto's fifth All-Star selection and first as a member of the Mets. Meanwhile, the Mets suffered a significant loss to the Braves, going down 14-3, further complicating their season as they remain 17 games under.500. Interim manager Andy Green provided updates on rehabbing players, including Clay Holmes, who is expected to throw a bullpen session soon. Soto expressed gratitude for the fan support that helped him secure his All-Star spot, and he is contemplating participation in the Home Run Derby.
- •Juan Soto named NL All-Star starter for first time as a Met.
- •Mets lose to Braves 14-3, now 17 games under.500.
- •Clay Holmes preparing for return, will throw bullpen session soon.
- •Soto considering Home Run Derby participation.
- •Mets management making adjustments amid poor performance.
- 2:35 PMYahoo Sports — Juan Soto voted NL All-Star starter
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Mets Morning News: Juan Soto voted NL All-Star starter
"This is Soto’s first All-Star appearance as a Met, second career All-Star start, and fifth time making the team overall.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 5, 2026, 2:35 PMJuan Soto voted NL All-Star starter
This is Soto’s first All-Star appearance as a Met, second career All-Star start, and fifth time making the team overall.
- Yahoo SportsJul 5, 2026, 1:30 PMMets Morning News: Juan Soto voted NL All-Star starter
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