Juan Soto hit a two-run homer into the right field fountains, leading the New York Mets past the Kansas City Royals 3-1.

The Mets’ best player this season isn’t headed to the All-Star game, so he’s putting on his own show before the break.

Whatever you believe about the 26-year-old who signed the largest contract the sport has ever seen in December, this much is true: The Mets are a better team with Soto.

The KC bullpen held its own. The Mets (55-41) scored three runs - including a Juan Soto two-run homer - and registered six hits. If there was any day to generate offense, the Royals needed it Saturday at Kauffman Stadium.

Bobby Witt Jr. lifts a two-run shot as the Royals go up on the Mets 3-1. ESPN BET Sportsbook is owned and operated by PENN Entertainment, Inc. and its subsidiaries ('PENN'). ESPN BET is available in states where PENN is licensed to offer sports wagering.

During Saturday's contest against the Mets, Bobby Witt Jr showed off his range, throwing out Brett Baty in the third.

Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto each hit insurance homers in the ninth to finish off the Mets' win over the Royals.

The Mets star shortstop is in some decorated company as he continues to add to his Hall of Fame caliber resume