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Juan Soto reveals secret advice that transformed his season

2026-07-16 · Juan Soto · Player Focus

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto earned his first All-Star selection this season after a career-best first half, batting .290 despite the team's struggles. Soto attributes his strong performance to 'secret' advice from Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez.

What was the advice that changed Soto's season?

Soto revealed he received key hitting tips from Alvarez, who is having an MVP-caliber season. 'I can't wait to see Yordan Alvarez and try to pick his head and see what he is thinking,' Soto said before the All-Star Game in Philadelphia on Tuesday.

Alvarez explained the adjustment: 'Hey, listen man (Soto), you are a great hitter, this is something you need to do.' The tweak involved Soto's footwork, which helped him feel more comfortable at the plate.

How did the advice impact Soto's performance?

Soto's career-high batting average and projected career-best numbers this season highlight the impact of Alvarez's guidance. The Mets star faced Alvarez in the All-Star Game, where the Astros slugger went 1-for-2 with an RBI in the AL's 4-0 win.

What's next for Soto and Alvarez?

Alvarez leads the AL in on-base percentage (.426), slugging (.633), OPS (1.059), and OPS+ (193), with 31 home runs. Despite MVP talks, Alvarez remains focused on improvement: 'I don't think about that type of stuff. It's a long season, so I don't want to think about that stuff.'

The Astros need Alvarez's hot streak to continue as they chase the Texas Rangers for the final AL wild card spot. Soto, meanwhile, looks to maintain his strong form for the Mets.

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