The New York Mets found a bright offseason moment as star Juan Soto returned home to the Dominican Republic for a surprise appearance at the Mets Academy in Boca Chica. The event, hosted by the Amazin’ Mets Foundation, featured 40 local youth baseball and softball teams, celebrating both the sport’s cultural impact and the organization’s ongoing community outreach.

The event came just weeks after a frustrating 2025 campaign that saw the Mets miss the playoffs despite Soto’s career year. The visit served as a reminder that the franchise’s purpose stretches beyond the diamond. The foundation, known for promoting youth education and recreation, provided new equipment—including bats, gloves, and helmets—to hundreds of young athletes eager to learn from one of baseball’s brightest talents.

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