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Mets' miscues lead to little league HR for Jays

ESPN · Jun 30, 2026, 3:48 AM

Key takeaways

  • TORONTO -- The first half of the season has been a messy one for the last-place New York Mets.
  • Now, even the routine plays aren't routine.
  • Toronto designated hitter George Springer rounded the bases on a little league home run against the Mets on Monday night when New York star left fielder Juan Soto misplayed a sinking line drive and center fielder A.J.

Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.

TORONTO -- The first half of the season has been a messy one for the last-place New York Mets.

Now, even the routine plays aren't routine.

Toronto designated hitter George Springer rounded the bases on a little league home run against the Mets on Monday night when New York star left fielder Juan Soto misplayed a sinking line drive and center fielder A.J. Ewing flubbed the throw backing up the play.

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