BREAKING: Juan Soto Sends a Bold Message to Yankees’ Aaron Boone – “I’m Just Getting Started”

New York Mets superstar Juan Soto, amid a slow start to the 2025 season, has delivered a powerful message to Yankees manager Aaron Boone and the entire American League East: despite early struggles, he’s far from done and ready to dominate when it counts.

Soto’s Rocky Start and Rising Confidence

Soto’s numbers through April have been underwhelming by his lofty standards – batting just .244 with three home runs and a .785 OPS in his first 23 games for the Mets13. Yet, Soto himself has acknowledged the challenges, attributing the slow start to adjusting his timing and adapting to a new role without the protection of Aaron Judge in the lineup56. “I’m still not at the point I want to be, but I’ve been feeling better little by little every day,” Soto told NJ Advance Media1.

Despite the early hiccups, Soto’s elite plate discipline remains intact, as evidenced by his 15 walks and strong underlying metrics suggesting he’s still seeing the ball well68. Recent performances, including clutch hits and a go-ahead two-run double against the Cardinals, indicate he’s beginning to find his groove12.

A Message to Aaron Boone and the Yankees

Soto’s transition from the Bronx to Queens has been a storyline filled with tension and rivalry. His comments about being pitched differently without Judge’s protection – “I was getting more attacked and more pitches in the strike zone” – can be read as a subtle jab at the Yankees’ lineup and Boone’s managing approach5. In essence, Soto is signaling that while the Yankees may have tried to downplay his impact, he remains a formidable force who will rise when it matters most.

Mets’ Momentum Despite Soto’s Early Struggles

The Mets currently boast one of the best records in baseball, proving that the team can thrive even without an elite Soto effort so far1. However, the looming threat of a fully heated Soto lineup – capable of carrying the team for weeks on end – is a warning to Boone and the Yankees that the rivalry is far from settled.

Fan and Media Reactions: Hope, Skepticism, and Anticipation

Fans and analysts are divided. Some argue Soto’s slow start is a temporary blip, citing his historical April struggles and eventual season dominance6. Others remain skeptical, questioning whether he can replicate the MVP-caliber performances that made him a Yankees nemesis in 2024. Social media buzzes with debate about whether Soto’s message is confidence or bravado.