PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Juan Soto grew bored. One of the New York Mets’ early spring training batting practices featured a star-studded group: Francisco Lindor, Pete Alonso, Brandon Nimmo and Soto.

Juan Soto’s first at-bat for the New York Mets gave some indication as to why they signed him to reportedly the biggest contract in American sports history. The 26-year-old stepped up to the ...

Juan Soto’s record-breaking deal with the New York Mets included keeping his No. 22, even if it was costly. In securing the superstar’s spot in Queens, infielder Brett Baty gave him the number.