Ron Darling Critiques Juan Soto's Effort During Mets Game

During a recent game at Yankee Stadium, Ron Darling criticized Juan Soto for not hustling out of the box for the second consecutive at-bat. This incident followed Soto's previous lack of effort while hitting a game-ending double-play ball.

In the game, Soto grounded to second base after Francisco Lindor's leadoff home run. Although the ball was bobbled by Anthony Volpe, Soto was narrowly thrown out at first base. Darling remarked that failing to run hard can lead to embarrassing situations, especially given Soto's current role as designated hitter due to calf concerns.

Soto's performance has raised questions, particularly after he appeared to lack effort on a single that allowed a run to score in a previous game. He has been dealing with calf injuries this season, missing significant time due to strains. Despite these issues, he demonstrated his speed with a double and a home run in a recent game, suggesting he can perform well when healthy.