'Hey, this is what we do': How Starling Marte is Mets' secret weapon in helping Juan Soto acclimate

Marte has proven invaluable during Soto’s transition from the businesslike Yankees to the vibey Mets

5/19/2025, 12:45 AM
New York Mets outfielders Starling Marte (left) and Juan Soto chat during the first day of a full-squad workout during Spring Training at Clover Park on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, in Port St. Lucie. / © CRYSTAL VANDER WEIT/TCPALM / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
New York Mets outfielders Starling Marte (left) and Juan Soto chat during the first day of a full-squad workout during Spring Training at Clover Park on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, in Port St. Lucie. / © CRYSTAL VANDER WEIT/TCPALM / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Mar 17, 2024; Port St. Lucie, Florida, USA; New York Mets third baseman Mark Vientos (27) is congratulated by designated hitter Starling Marte (6) after hitting a three-run home run in the sixth inning against the Miami Marlins at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images / © Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
Mar 17, 2024; Port St. Lucie, Florida, USA; New York Mets third baseman Mark Vientos (27) is congratulated by designated hitter Starling Marte (6) after hitting a three-run home run in the sixth inning against the Miami Marlins at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images / © Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

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