Soto Solo All-Star Amid Mets Struggles | New York Mets News

Juan Soto is the lone All-Star for the struggling Mets, a stark contrast to their massive payroll and disappointing season. Hitting well and drawing walks, he’s earned his fifth All-Star nod — and his first with the Mets — while quietly pushing his team to win despite mounting injuries and underperformance. Though he’s been a bright spot, Soto knows the team’s playoff hopes are fading, and with the trade deadline looming, he’s urging fans to stay hopeful. Meanwhile, the All-Star Game also marks a heartfelt farewell for Justin Verlander, who’s retiring after a stellar career — and a short, sweet stint with the Mets. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0bfb2f73c703e8bd