Juan Soto made a significant impact in his debut with the New York Mets, hitting a solo home run off Houston Astros pitcher Hunter Brown, showcasing the immense potential the Mets see in him. Soto's home run, clocked at 107.3 mph and traveling 390 feet, added to his impressive career stats, including a .285 batting average and 201 home runs before joining the Mets. This performance was part of a game where the Mets started strong with a 3-0 lead, driven by contributions from Mark Vientos and Jesse Winker as well.

Despite Soto's stellar performance, the game ended in disappointment for him and the Mets, who were hoping for a win. Soto had previously recorded his first hit with the team earlier this season on Opening Day, indicating his quick adaptation to his new environment.