With four games in the books, Juan Soto’s presence on the New York Yankees is already being felt. From a game-saving throw to a game-winning hit, Soto’s fingerprints are all over the Yankees sweep of the Houston Astros. While the trade package seemed a bit steep, so far, Soto has been well worth the cost.
Impact on the lineup
Watching Soto in the No. 2 spot flashed memories of Derek Jeter from the late 1990s and early 2000s. Take yesterday as an example. In the top of the fifth inning, Gleyber Torres stood at first while Soto stepped up to the plate.