Juan Soto Gifts Brett Baty a Car for No. 22 Jersey Swap
The Mets star thanked his teammate with a Chevy Tahoe after securing his preferred jersey number as part of his record-breaking contract.
- Juan Soto, who signed a $765 million contract with the Mets, gifted Brett Baty a Chevy Tahoe for relinquishing jersey No. 22.
- The SUV featured a red bow and the message 'Thanks for #22' written on the rear windshield, as seen in a video shared by the Mets on Instagram.
- Soto has worn No. 22 throughout his career and considers it significant, as it was the first number he wore in the Major Leagues.
- Baty, who switched to No. 7, expressed his excitement and gratitude for the gesture, calling the gift 'crazy' and 'sick.'
- Soto and Baty shared a warm exchange, with both players emphasizing their excitement for the upcoming season together.