New York Mets cannot approach baseball star, Juan Soto; however, fans thought if not him, someone from the same blood will join the Mets in the upcoming season. However, a new report has shattered those hopes now.
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Juan Soto is the Washington Nationals star who plays as the outfielder. Notably, he created history in 2018 by becoming the youngest player in MLB at 19.
Juan Soto’s 15-year-old brother cannot join New York Mets before 2023
Juan Soto’s 15-year-old brother had posted an Instagram video that created the buzz around him joining the Mets in January. Elian Soto had posted a workout video, wearing New York Mets’ full gear, captioning it, “Are you ready for what’s coming this year?”
Elian Soto (younger brother of Juan Soto) posted this workout video — wearing full #Mets gear — on Instagram.
Caption: "Are you ready for what's coming this year?" pic.twitter.com/xRs3MvUr1B
— Jacob Resnick (@Jacob_Resnick) December 31, 2021
While it got fans excited about the probability of Juan Soto’s brother joining the Mets, there is still time for the young blood to enter Major League.
MLB.com’s writer, Anthony DiComo, revealed that Juan cannot sign with the Mets in January 2022. Anthony tweeted, ”A note on Elian Soto, that famous younger brother who recently posted an Instagram video decked out in Mets gear: he won’t be eligible to sign until the next int’l period in 2023, as opposed to the one that begins next week. So don’t expect any movement on that for a while yet.”
A note on Elian Soto, that famous younger brother who recently posted an Instagram video decked out in Mets gear: he won't be eligible to sign until the next int'l period in 2023, as opposed to the one that begins next week. So don't expect any movement on that for a while yet.
— Anthony DiComo (@AnthonyDiComo) January 6, 2022
It’s notable that the 15-year-old player already has clarity about his future in baseball. While there is time before Elian can show off his baseball skills at Citi Field, he has already started gathering appreciation from his senior players.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. praises the young upcoming star
22-year-old Vladimir Guerrero Jr is one of the young shining stars in Major League Baseball. Over the years, Vladimir has established his place in the top charts, outclassing his senior counterparts.
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Aug 10, 2021; Anaheim, California, USA; Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) smiles while on base in the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was all praise for Juan Soto’s brother. He replied to his video, saying, “He hit harder than Juan Soto when he was 15 years old.”
He’s just 15 and already being compared to his brother, who has secured many glories in his career. What are your thoughts on 15-year-old Elian Soto’s incredible skills and determination?
