Part 4/8:
Defensive Concerns and Position Preferences
One insightful observation raised during the breakdown of Soto's capabilities was his potential struggles in right field at Citi Field. The dimensions of the field could pose challenges, especially for a player accustomed to varying dimensions in previous stadiums throughout his career. This has fueled discussions about whether Soto might prefer to play left field, where the distances are relatively shorter.
For a team looking to capitalize on Soto's strengths, these questions around position might shape future decisions about defensive alignments, especially considering existing players and their compatibility in the outfield.