Juan Soto, the star outfielder for the New York Mets, was honored with the Juan Marichal Award on Sunday, which honors the Dominican person who showed the most promise during the 2025 Major League Baseball time.

Soto expressed his gratitude for being recognized once more for this recognition of his work on the field by Marichal himself, the second Dominican inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. He was presented with the prize by Marichal himself. " La Fiera" ( The Beast ), who also received this distinction last year, became the first Dominican player to receive this distinction twice, said" Thank you to the Dominican Republic, thank you to Don Juan, and thank you to all the journalists for considering me. Mariano, who receives this recognition as a memorial to his powerful baseball career, said he felt compelled to give it to Soto, who he cited as a role model for the Dominican Republic's youth. " It is a respect for me to present Juan Soto, my predecessor, with this year's Juan Marichal Award. The first Dominican to receive a spot in the Hall of Fame," He has won it for the second time, and I extend my sincere thanks. "

After signing a report$ 960 million contract with the Mets, Soto hit 43 home runs, drove in 105 runs, and scored 120 days while posting a. 263 batting average, placing him among the winners for the National League MVP award.

His participation in the World Baseball Classic

When asked about his potential participation in the upcoming World Baseball Classic at the ceremony, Soto indicated that he is ready to represent the Dominican Republic.

The powerful left-handed hitter, who will be making his second appearance with the Dominican team in the tournament, said," Everyone knows the answer, we are ready. Soto indicated that he has already requested permission to play in the Dominican Republic, but that the decision lies with the Mets. In regards to his potential participation with the Tigres del Licey in the Dominican Professional Baseball League ( LIDOM) season. Former players Sammy Sosa and Luis Castillo received honorable mentions for their induction into the Miami Marlins and Chicago Cubs Halls of Fame, respectively, in this edition of the Juan Marichal Award. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. , the Toronto Blue Jays ' star first baseman, received an honorable mention for winning the 2025 American League Championship Series MVP award. *With EFE-related information.

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