The New York Mets have entered the 2025 season with heightened expectations, particularly following the acquisition of Juan Soto, who has impressed in spring training, hitting a home run in his first at-bat. With a projected lineup featuring stars like Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso, the Mets are eyeing their first division title in a decade, despite the competitive landscape of the National League East. However, the team's depth has been tested by injuries to key players, including Francisco Álvarez and Jeff McNeil.

As the season approaches, Soto has expressed confidence in the team's offensive capabilities, highlighting their potential to rise above last year's performance where they ranked seventh in runs. Meanwhile, young players like Brett Baty and David Peterson have shown promising signs during spring training, adding to the Mets' optimism for a successful season ahead.