Given that Juan Soto is a superstar who always performs at his best in the greatest situations, it was not surprising that his first memorable Yankee moment occurred on his Opening Day debut. But for that to occur during a defensive play that may have won the game? That wasn’t what anyone, outside of the game, had in mind for Soto, whose defense has been a liability, particularly in the last two seasons. That’s what transpired at Minute Maid Park on Thursday afternoon against the Houston Astros. Kyle Tucker hit a single to Soto in right field in the ninth inning with one out and two men on and the Yankees holding a one-run lead.
Juan Soto Yells And Punches His Chest In His Moment Of Phenomenal Victory
Juan Soto had a straight route to the ball, collected it with ease, and unleashed a one-hop rocket to home plate, which catcher Jose Trevino grabbed before he turned to tag Mauricio Dubon with difficulty. Juan Soto let out a couple of yells and punched his chest. After a thorough investigation, the play was found to have stopped the Astros from tying the game and maybe building momentum for the victory. Clay Holmes shut the door a few moments later, completing the Yankees’ 5-4 comeback win.
Aaron Judge, the center fielder for the Yankees, claims that just before the play, the team’s outfield players discussed the urgency of coming up with a throw to win the game.
