Juan Soto lit up Citi Field in a big way during a recent Mets win. Despite going through a rough patch—struggling at the plate earlier in the game—the rookie stepped up in the fifth inning and hit a crucial RBI single that tied the game against the Cardinals. What made it extra special? The Mets fans gave him a full-blown standing ovation, and Soto was clearly touched by the support.

After the play, Soto admitted he was totally surprised by the cheering. He said, “It’s a great feeling. When you have fans backing you up whether you’re hot or cold, it really gives you a boost.” Soto noted that the energy from the crowd even reminded him of the adrenaline rush players get during the playoffs.

Earlier in the month, Soto had been dealing with a bit of a slump and even mentioned he was missing the support of teammates like Aaron Judge in the Yankees. But after that amazing moment of fan appreciation, his performance started to turn around—he’s racked up five hits and five RBIs since that game.

In short, the love from the Mets fans really fueled Soto, proving once again that a little fan energy can go a long way in changing the game.