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Juan Soto Ends Home Run Drought as Mets Defeat Twins 5-1

Soto’s seventh-inning blast and key contributions from teammates propel the Mets to their fourth straight victory.

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Overview

  • Juan Soto hit his first home run since March 28, a two-run shot in the seventh inning, helping the Mets secure a 5-1 win over the Twins.
  • Pete Alonso and Luisangel Acuña contributed significantly, with Alonso recording two hits and an RBI, and Acuña stealing a base and scoring twice.
  • Mark Vientos delivered a critical RBI double in the sixth inning, breaking a tie and sparking a Mets rally.
  • Clay Holmes pitched five strong innings, allowing just two hits and striking out eight, while navigating a bases-loaded jam in the fifth inning with minimal damage.
  • The Twins struggled offensively, managing only three hits and continuing their slump with a .203 team batting average, the second-lowest in the American League.