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Mets Superstar Juan Soto Sets World Series Expectations
Soto declares championship or bust mindset ahead of 2026 season
Mar. 3, 2026 at 5:15am
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New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto delivered a bold message during spring training, stating that the team's goal is to win the World Series this season. Soto, who signed a 15-year, $765 million contract with the Mets prior to the 2025 season, made it clear that anything less than a championship would be a disappointment.
Why it matters
Soto's comments set a high bar for the Mets and put added pressure on the team to perform. As the centerpiece of the Mets' long-term plans, Soto's championship expectations reflect the franchise's ambitions and the urgency to capitalize on their investment in the superstar outfielder.
The details
During an interview with SNY, Soto, who is entering his age-27 season, stated: "Another World Series. Why not? That's the main goal since day one when I signed here, to win a World Series. We're going to give it all to win it." The timing of Soto's comments, just before the Mets' exhibition game against the Washington Nationals, was crucial, as spring training often sets the tone for a team's identity and expectations.
- Soto made the comments on February 28, 2026, during the Mets' spring training in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
The players
Juan Soto
A superstar outfielder for the New York Mets who signed a 15-year, $765 million contract with the team prior to the 2025 season.
New York Mets
A Major League Baseball team based in New York City that Soto joined in 2025 after previously playing for the Washington Nationals.
What they’re saying
“Another World Series. Why not? That's the main goal since day one when I signed here, to win a World Series. We're going to give it all to win it.”
— Juan Soto
What’s next
The Mets will look to live up to Soto's championship expectations as they prepare for the 2026 season, which will begin in late March.
The takeaway
Soto's bold declaration of a World Series or bust mindset sets the tone for the Mets' 2026 season and underscores the team's championship aspirations after signing the superstar outfielder to a long-term, record-breaking contract. The pressure is now on the Mets to deliver on Soto's championship promise.
