Soto close to 40-40: Will he dominate 2025 with home runs and steals?

Juan Soto continues to demonstrate his power on the diamond

Dominican outfielder Juan Soto continues his impressive performance this season, solidifying his status as a baseball superstar. This Wednesday, Soto hit his 39th home run of the season and the 240th of his career in the Major Leagues. The home run brings him closer to the prestigious 40-40 club. The home run occurred in the third inning with a 2-1 count, after a fastball that Soto powerfully sent to right field. The ball left the bat at over 109 miles per hour and traveled 428 feet, generating the euphoria of the fans. This hit was crucial for his team to take the lead in a game that ended with a score of 6-4. In this game, Soto had an outstanding performance at bat, with a 4-2 record, including two RBIs and one run scored, which confirms his excellent offensive form in this final stage of the season.

Juan Soto’s 31st stolen base of the year! pic.twitter.com/XDbUuyEW3g
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Soto has 31 stolen bases, just nine away from becoming the second Dominican in history to achieve the 40-40 club (40 HR and 40 steals in the same season). The first was Alfonso Soriano in 2006.