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Mets Lobby to Include Juan Soto on All-Star Roster Following Bonus Quip

His candid remark about a $100,000 All-Star bonus has elevated debates over player incentives ahead of his potential addition as Ronald Acuña Jr.’s replacement.

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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 29: Juan Soto #22 of the New York Mets looks on from the dugout in the seventh inning during the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on June 29, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin Berl/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Soto was left off the 2025 National League All-Star roster despite ending June as NL Player of the Month, ending his four-year All-Star streak.
  • Through midseason he has hit .269 with 21 home runs, 52 RBIs and led all of MLB with 72 walks.
  • Manager Carlos Mendoza and teammate Francisco Lindor have publicly urged MLB to name Soto as a reserve should Acuña withdraw with lingering back tightness.
  • Yankees broadcaster Michael Kay criticized Soto’s comment on missing a $100,000 bonus as tone-deaf given his roughly $47 million salary this season.
  • Fans and analysts remain divided over how to balance merit and financial incentives in selecting All-Star participants.