Juan Soto's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Juan Soto.

Juan Soto is a highly accomplished Dominican professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the New York Mets. Before joining the Mets, he played for the Washington Nationals, San Diego Padres, and New York Yankees. Soto's career is highlighted by his exceptional offensive skills, earning him six Silver Slugger Awards and four All-Star selections. He is considered one of baseball's premier hitters, known for his plate discipline, power, and overall offensive prowess.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1932: Lou Gehrig's 4 Home Runs

In 1932, Lou Gehrig was added to the list of Yankees to hit a homerun in 4 straight at-bats.

1961: Johnny Blanchard's 4 Home Runs

In 1961, Johnny Blanchard was added to the list of Yankees to hit a homerun in 4 straight at-bats.

1961: Expansion Era Begins

Since 1961 (expansion era), Soto became the first Yankee to hit a home run for 8 straight hits.

1962: Mickey Mantle's 4 Home Runs

In 1962, Mickey Mantle was added to the list of Yankees to hit a homerun in 4 straight at-bats.

1970: Bobby Murcer's 4 Home Runs

In 1970, Bobby Murcer was added to the list of Yankees to hit a homerun in 4 straight at-bats.

1977: Reggie Jackson's 4 Home Runs

In 1977, Reggie Jackson was added to the list of Yankees to hit a homerun in 4 straight at-bats.

May 1987: Darryl Strawberry's Milestone

In May 1987, Darryl Strawberry achieved a milestone that Juan Soto would later equal, to produce a calendar month with at least 10 homers and 20 walks.

1987: Howard Johnson and Darryl Strawberry's 30-30 Season

In 1987, Howard Johnson and Darryl Strawberry were teammates in MLB history to ever go 30-30 in the same season, joining Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor (2025)

1996: Dante Bichette and Ellis Burks' 30-30 Season

In 1996, Dante Bichette and Ellis Burks were teammates in MLB history to ever go 30-30 in the same season, joining Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor (2025)

2009: Yankees Last World Series Appearance

In 2009, was the last time before 2024 that the Yankees appeared in the World Series.

2018: Stellar Rookie Season

In 2018, Juan Soto slashed .292/.406/.517, won three NL Rookie of the Month awards, and set multiple MLB teenage records, finishing second in NL Rookie of the Year voting.

August 19, 2019: 100 Extra-Base Hits Milestone

On August 19, 2019, Juan Soto became only the fourth player in MLB history to record 100 extra-base hits before his 21st birthday.

2019: World Series Win and Babe Ruth Award

In 2019, Juan Soto and the Nationals won the World Series. Soto batted .333/.438/.741 with 3 home runs and 7 RBIs and was named co-winner of the 2019 Babe Ruth Award.

2019: Gold Glove Finalist

In 2019, Juan Soto was a finalist for a Gold Glove Award as a left fielder.

July 2021: Joey Votto's Hitting Streak

In July 2021, Joey Votto set a hitting streak record that Juan Soto would later tie in 2024.

2024: AL Player of the Week and All-Star Selection

In 2024, Juan Soto was named the AL Player of the Week for the second time following a week of excellent performance, including two home runs against the San Francisco Giants. He was also selected as a starting outfielder for the American League in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game.

2024: ALCS Game 5 Homer and World Series Appearance

On October 19, 2024, Juan Soto hit a three-run home run in the top of the 10th inning of Game 5 of the American League Championship Series, leading the Yankees to a 5–2 lead over the Cleveland Guardians and propelling them to their first World Series appearance since 2009. Soto finished the 2024 postseason with a .327 batting average, 4 home runs, and 9 RBIs in 14 games and subsequently became a free agent after the World Series, where the Yankees lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers in five games.

2025: Joins 30-30 Club

In 2025, Juan Soto joined the 30-30 club after stealing his 30th base, becoming the first player in 2025, and the fifth Met in history, to finish a season with at least 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases.

2025: 2025 Season Review and Silver Slugger Award

Juan Soto finished the 2025 season with a .263 batting average, a .396 on-base percentage, and a .525 slugging percentage. He achieved a career-high of 43 home runs and 105 RBIs and he led the National League in OBP and stolen bases, with a career-high 38, and he led the league with 127 walks. After the season, Soto won his sixth career Silver Slugger Award, becoming the second player in MLB history after Mike Hampton to win in three consecutive years with three different teams.