Eight years into his career, Juan Soto has done so many remarkable things.
He had a 142 OPS+ as a 19-year-old rookie in 2018, meaning he was 42% better than league average, offensively. He hit five home runs and drove in 14 runs during a 2019 postseason run that included his 21st birthday. He’s had numerous postseason moments, won a batting title and Home Run Derby.
But this year, Soto added a new wrinkle along with the power and walks we have come to expect from him. He steals bases now , too.
With that addition on top of his typical plate production, this season has been particularly remarkable for Soto.
Here’s what makes his 2025 season so historic.
The new twist: Soto stolen bases
Under the tutelage of coach Antoan Richardson, Soto is up to a career-high 35 steals. His top