Juan Soto

Dominican baseball player, All-Star

Juan Soto - Dominican baseball player, All-Star
Born

October 25th, 1998
26 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Dominican Republic

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A professional baseball player, primarily plays as an outfielder. Made Major League Baseball debut in 2018 with the Washington Nationals. Contributed to the team's 2019 World Series championship. Selected for multiple All-Star Games and won the 2020 National League batting title. Known for exceptional hitting skills, including a notable on-base percentage and ability to draw walks.

Won the 2019 World Series with the Washington Nationals

Selected as an All-Star in 2021 and 2022

Achieved the National League batting title in 2020

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