PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — In an exciting start to his spring training, Juan Soto showcased his power by hitting a home run during his very first at-bat for the New York Mets in a match against the Houston Astros on Saturday.

Soto launched a solo home run to left-center field in the opening inning, marking a significant moment for both him and his new team.

This season, the talented outfielder made headlines by signing a groundbreaking 15-year contract worth $765 million, transitioning from the New York Yankees to the Mets this offseason.

Batting second in the lineup, Soto took his swings between star players Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso.

On a 2-1 delivery from left-handed pitcher Colton Gordon, Soto connected powerfully, sending the ball soaring 426 feet for a home run.

In the subsequent inning, he continued to contribute by driving in another run with a well-placed groundball.

Before this game, Soto boasted a solid career batting average of .302, along with 13 home runs across a total of 86 spring training appearances.