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Juan Soto Adjusts to New Pitching Reality with Mets After Yankees Exit

Soto observes a shift in how pitchers approach him without Aaron Judge hitting behind him, but Judge and others express confidence in his ability to adapt with Pete Alonso's support.

Overview

  • Juan Soto, now with the Mets, has noted a change in how pitchers approach him, with a lower percentage of pitches in the strike zone compared to his time with the Yankees.
  • Soto attributed the difference to the absence of Aaron Judge, whom he called 'the best hitter in baseball,' no longer batting behind him in the lineup.
  • Aaron Judge responded to Soto's comments, emphasizing that Pete Alonso, a top slugger, provides strong lineup protection for Soto with the Mets.
  • Statistical analysis highlights the shift, with Soto seeing just 43.2% of pitches in the strike zone this season, a career low, compared to 46.5% last year.
  • Judge and others remain confident in Soto's ability to adjust and thrive, citing his proven track record and Alonso's stellar performance early in the season.

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