Juan Soto, baseball player, 244 home runs, 2018

Juan Soto

Active Player

Born: 10/25/1998 in Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2018-05-20

Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 224 lbs

Full name: Juan Jose Soto

Biography

Juan Soto is a dynamic position player who has made a significant impact in Major League Baseball since his debut on May 20, 2018. Born in 1998, Soto quickly establishes himself as one of the premier hitters of his generation, showcasing a remarkable combination of power and patience at the plate. With a career batting average of .285 over 936 games, he has amassed 934 hits, including 201 home runs and 592 RBIs, highlighting his ability to drive in runs and change the course of a game. Soto's offensive prowess is complemented by his speed on the bases, as demonstrated by his 57 stolen bases, making him a multifaceted threat in the lineup. Soto's accolades include four All-Star selections and multiple Rookie of the Month awards, underscoring his early success and continued excellence in the league. His arrival coincides with a competitive era in baseball that emphasizes offensive production and player versatility, and he has embraced this challenge by consistently performing at a high level. As he continues his career, Soto remains a key figure in the sport, known for his exceptional batting eye, mature approach, and ability to deliver in clutch situations. His contributions not only help his team but also resonate with fans, establishing him as one of the faces of baseball for the current generation.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
1096 3857 775 1086 199 16 244 697 95 896 833 0.282 0.417 0.531 0.948 23770.9

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
43 160 31 45 8 0 11 30 27 40 0.281

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2024 ALDS2 NYA 4 14 1 4 1 0 0 2 3 4 0.286
2024 ALCS NYA 5 19 5 7 1 0 3 6 4 3 0.368
2024 WS NYA 5 16 6 5 1 0 1 1 7 2 0.312
2022 NLCS SDN 5 18 4 4 1 0 2 4 2 5 0.222
2022 NLWC1 SDN 3 12 0 4 0 0 0 2 1 2 0.333
2022 NLDS2 SDN 4 16 3 3 1 0 0 1 1 3 0.188
2019 NLWC WAS 1 4 0 1 0 0 0 2 0 2 0.250
2019 NLDS1 WAS 5 18 4 5 0 0 2 4 3 4 0.278
2019 WS WAS 7 27 6 9 2 0 3 7 5 8 0.333
2019 NLCS WAS 4 16 2 3 1 0 0 1 1 7 0.188

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
OF 906 904 1699 33 18 6

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Left Field 460
Right Field 446
Designated Hitter 20

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2024 Most Valuable Player AL 3rd 229.0 420 0
2023 Most Valuable Player NL 6th 106.0 420 0
2021 Most Valuable Player NL 2nd 274.0 420 6
2020 Most Valuable Player NL 5th 172.0 420 0
2019 Most Valuable Player NL 9th 45.0 420 0
2018 Rookie of the Year NL 2nd 89.0 150 2