Can you imagine the scene of Juan Soto entering Yankee Stadium wearing the orange logo? That’s enough to make the lights shine a little brighter in the Bronx this Friday night. While the Subway Series is all about a well-fought battle in New York, this time, all eyes won’t just be on the clash between crosstown foes. Yes, they’ll be locked on one man – Juan Soto.
Remember this day last year? Soto was hitting homers in pinstripes with Aaron Judge behind! Well, time flies. One thing is certain this Friday. When Soto digs into the batter’s box, the boos will be deafening. The Yankees remember, and they know how to give it back. But MLB analyst Jimmy O’Brien offers a different idea for the Yankee fans!
“We don’t need to boo Juan Soto at Yankee Stadium, just chant we have Grisham.”
We don’t need to boo Juan Soto at Yankee Stadium, just chant “we have Grisham” pic.twitter.com/yKF4FSpOfX
— Talkin’ Yanks (@TalkinYanks) May 13, 2025
Well, for him, it’s better to show Soto that the Bronx just got a better and more cost-effective option! Trent Grisham.
Grisham has stepped up for the Yankees in the 2025 season, filling a significant void in the outfield left by Juan Soto’s high-profile departure. Soto signed a monumental 15-year, $765 million deal with the Mets this offseason, sending shockwaves through the baseball world and creating an immediate need for production in the Bronx.
So far, Grisham has answered the call. Through his first 34 games, the 28-year-old outfielder is batting .288 with 12 HRs and 22 RBIs. While he hasn’t been a factor on the basepaths, he’s made up for it with consistent power and plate discipline, boasting a strong .373 OBP. Additionally, his early-season performance has provided a much-needed spark for a Yankees lineup navigating major changes.
In contrast, Soto is currently at 8 HRs and 20 RBIs, hitting at .252. So, you might guess what it feels like if the fan takes the name of a $5 million slugger in front of Soto. What a way out!
Outside of Aaron Judge, there were plenty of questions surrounding who would rise to the occasion in the Yankees’ lineup heading into the 2025 season. With Soto gone and several spots in flux, the pressure to produce was widespread. But Grisham’s offensive resurgence has been a welcome development in the Bronx.
But hey, why stick only on Soto, when the historic rivalry for the New York crown is again on stake?
Friday night, Yankee Stadium will be historic
The Mets-Yankees rivalry deserves recognition as one of baseball’s most emotionally charged and culturally significant matchups. Yes, it might not have the gloss of rivalries like Yankees-Red Sox, but the Subway Series is the deep-rooted identity of New York City itself. The long contention for who will be the face of New York sports gets decided here!
One interesting fact about this series is that the fans don’t care about the rankings.
This Friday, most Yankee and Mets fans won’t focus on their standings in the division. Rather, it might be about bragging rights in the city that never sleeps. Hence, in an era where baseball often struggles to capture national headlines, the Mets-Yankees rivalry continues to generate buzz, proving that its emotional stakes transcend mere geography.
Remember the 2000 World Series? The most clutched period of the Mets-Yankees rivalry. The Yankees defeated the Mets in five games to win their third consecutive World Series title. This time? The Yanks are on top of the AL East with a 24-17 record, and the Mets are on top of the NL East with a 28-15 record. So, definitely, a clash of titans is coming up.
Sold-out stands, decibel meter getting tamed, and Juan Soto entering the field. Now that’s what we call a million-dollar sight! Excited?
The post Yankees Fans Urged to Hit Juan Soto With Taunt Involving $5M Sensation in Mets Star’s Hostile Bronx Return appeared first on EssentiallySports.
