Gregory Soto Felt 'Unlucky' In Appearance Against Rangers on Opening Day
In this story:
Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Gregory Soto would probably like his Opening Day appearance against the Texas Rangers back. Not only was it his debut with his new team, but it was one of the most disappointing outings of his illustrious career.
Soto wasn't able to record a single out, gave up four runs, three of which were earned, and issued two walks. He was also tagged with the loss.
He wasn't happy with his performance to say the least.
"Honestly, I felt a little unlucky today," Soto said. "That soft hit and the blooper were a couple of plays that could have gone in our favor but didn't.
"I've been getting mentally ready for moments like this. I feel confident that it won't happen again."
Philadelphia sent Nick Maton and Matt Vierling to the Detroit Tigers in exchange for Soto, he didn't come cheap. He is closer material and will be turner to in the highest leverage situations. Even in the postseason.
It was Opening Day and this was likely just a blip in the process.
More From SI's Inside The Phillies:
- Phillies Star Bryce Harper Doesn't Hold Back on Thoughts About Joe Girardi
- How Mike Trout Will Join the Phillies
- Could Bryce Harper's Favorite MLB Player Join the Philadelphia Phillies in 2023?
- Could The Phillies Soon Be Playing in Wawa Park?
- Bryce Harper-Obsessed Japanese Baseball Star Wants to Play for Phillies
- Six Philadelphia Phillies Declare Free Agency
- Rumored Phillies Free Agent Target Just Opted Out of Contract
- Jimmy Rollins Describes Disrespectful Treatment by Ryne Sandberg
- Phillies Release 2023 Regular Season Schedule
- Picking the Phillies' All-Time Single Season Lineup
Make sure to follow Inside the Phillies on Substack and Twitter!
