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Juan Soto Hits Career-High 42nd Homer as Mets Star Joins Rare 40/30/100/100 Club

Soto credits Pete Alonso’s lineup presence for better pitches during his return to NL pitching.

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Sep 19, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto (22) follows through on a three run home run against the Washington Nationals during the fourth inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Sep 17, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto (22) hits a home run during the fifth inning against the San Diego Padres at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Soto launched his 42nd home run in a 12-6 win over the Nationals, reaching the mark in the first year of his $765 million contract.
  • His season now includes 40 home runs, 30 stolen bases, at least 100 RBIs and 100 walks, a feat previously achieved only by Barry Bonds and Jeff Bagwell.
  • He became the first player in Mets history to record a 40/30 season after entering the 30–30 club on Sept. 9.
  • Soto has drawn 121 walks, leaving him four shy of John Olerud’s franchise record, and he has homered and walked in the same game 19 times to tie a club mark.
  • He says Pete Alonso has been a major factor by providing lineup protection and guidance against NL arms as the Mets continue their NL Wild Card push.