What Happened
Juan Soto has been named a starter for the National League in the upcoming MLB All-Star Game, marking his fifth career selection. Soto will represent the New York Mets in the game.
Soto leads the National League in OPS (On-base Plus Slugging) this season. He stated that being overlooked in the previous year's selection process served as motivation for his current performance and selection.
While selected as a starter, Soto has not yet committed to participating in the Home Run Derby, leaving the possibility open.
Key Facts
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Juan Soto selected as a starter for the National League in the MLB All-Star Game.
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This is Juan Soto's fifth career All-Star selection.
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Juan Soto will represent the New York Mets in the All-Star Game.
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Soto leads the National League in OPS.
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Soto stated that a previous snub motivated him.