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Mendoza's first year as manager exceeded expectations, bringing the team within two wins of the World Series. The addition of Juan Soto—one of the premier players in baseball—adds further promise to the squad. In a recent conversation, Mendoza expressed his excitement over Soto joining a group that already competed at a high level, but he emphasized the importance of not resting on past achievements.
“I'm excited, feeling good," Mendoza said, acknowledging the intense competition in the National League. He stresses the importance of taking things "one day at a time" and constantly working to improve rather than relying solely on the star power of its roster.