Juan Soto Under Scrutiny After Recent Games

The commentary surrounding Juan Soto during the Mets’ recent game against the Red Sox didn’t let him off the hook. In Monday’s 3-1 loss in Boston, Gary Cohen and Keith Hernandez highlighted Soto’s effort after he managed a long single that reached the Green Monster. This reflection came on the heels of Soto’s earlier performance against the Yankees, where he seemed to believe he could beat the throw to first base.

Cohen remarked during the broadcast, “I might not have run out of the box,” addressing Soto’s current situation. There was a sense of expectation that Soto should have perhaps made a stronger effort.

Hernandez noted Soto “played well” but lamented that he didn’t connect enough with the ball to turn it into a home run. It’s the nuanced moments like these that can lead to bigger discussions about a player’s approach.

Soto did manage to steal a base but Cohen humorously pointed out that “he knew he should be second.” This doesn’t seem to be an isolated incident; Cohen emphasized that a pattern appears to be developing with Soto not consistently running hard, something he really ought to improve upon.

After a lackluster performance on his first visit to the Bronx since the subway series, Soto’s actions have faced greater scrutiny. His performance this season has been a bit of a mixed bag—he began the series with a walk and a stolen base, but then struggled to just 1-for-10 over the next three games.

Moreover, viewers could clearly see Soto’s frustration, especially after missing out on key opportunities during the Mets’ 8-2 defeat to the Yankees. He seemed to embody the sentiments of many Mets fans, showing urgency for improvement given the circumstances surrounding his recent play.