New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto wasn’t selected for the All-Star Game for the first time since the 2020 season, but he isn’t whining about that. After Sunday’s 6-4 home loss to the New York Yankees, he indicated he’s optimistic he’ll make it back to the All-Star Game next year. “For me, I try to play as hard as I can and help the team enjoy the moment,” Soto told the New York Post’s Dan Martin. “Everyone wants to be an All-Star and live the experience of being there, but this year it didn’t happen. I was glad I was able to be there four years in a row. If I didn’t make it this year, it’s no big deal. I’ll come back stronger next year.” Soto, 26, had a horrendous start after signing a record-breaking 15-year, $765M deal with the Mets this offseason. In April and May, Soto went 44-for-195 at the plate, posting a below-average .226 batting average. He rebounded in June, though, going 29-of-90 at the plate for a solid .322 batting average. Through his first 90 games this season, he’s tied for 10th in baseba
