Juan Soto, the star outfielder for the New York Yankees, had been struggling at the plate recently. In the past eight games, he had only managed to go 4-for-31. However, on Saturday against the White Sox, Soto showed why he is considered one of the best hitters in the game.
In the game, Soto hit two home runs, marking his first multi-home run game as a Yankee and the 18th of his career. Both home runs were impressive shots to right field off White Sox pitcher Brad Keller.
The first home run came in the first inning on a changeup down the middle. It was a 417-foot blast that tied the game at one. Soto followed it up with an RBI single in the second inning before hitting another home run in the fifth. This time, it was a 437-foot blast off an inside fastball that increased the Yankees’ lead to 6-1.
Soto’s performance on Saturday brought his season total to 11 home runs, joining his teammates Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton in the double digits. Stanton also homered off Keller in the game.
Soto’s big day at the plate came just two days after he and Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner expressed their openness to contract extension talks during the season. Despite being likely to hit free agency next offseason, Soto’s performance on Saturday showed why he will be in high demand and in line for a significant payday.
Overall, Juan Soto’s impressive two-home run game against the White Sox showcased his ability as a power hitter and further solidified his place among the top players in the league.
