Juan Soto, the talented left fielder of the San Diego Padres, has joined an elite club in Major League Baseball history.
On a memorable night against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Soto became the seventh player ever to achieve two-plus seasons of 30 or more home runs and 100-plus walks before turning 25.
This remarkable accomplishment places him alongside legendary names like Ted Williams, Mickey Mantle, Eddie Mathews and Jimmie Foxx.
Padres OF Juan Soto hit his 30th HR of the season vs Dodgers tonight.
This is his 2nd career 30 HR-100 BB season. He is the 6th player in MLB history with multiple 30 HR-100 BB seasons before turning 25, joining Ted Williams, Mel Ott, Mickey Mantle, Eddie Mathews & Jimmie Foxx. pic.twitter.com/tJe7UwN8ir
— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) September 14, 2023
Soto’s awe-inspiring performance came in the first inning of the game, when he connected with a powerful two-out shot to right field, marking his 30th homer of the season.
At just 24 years old, Soto has already amassed an impressive 156 career home runs and 627 walks, making him the all-time leader in both categories before his age 25 season.
Since making his MLB debut in 2018, Soto has consistently showcased his immense talent and potential.
