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...