Juan Soto understands he has a reputation. He also understands even a reputation as outsized as his needs affirmation.

Turnovers: 7 (Tyne 3, Artis White, Soulis, Tanner, Walz). Steals: 8 (Roche 4, Artis White, Neskovic, Tanner, Walz). Technical Fouls: None.

Juan Soto, who inked a record $765 million, 15-year deal to join the New York Mets in December, made an instant impact in his ...