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Adding to the conversation are notable figures within the baseball community who have come to Soto's defense. Legends like Pedro Martinez and David Ortiz have spoken about the mental toll of the season and the critiques that come with lofty expectations. Ortiz pointed out that the metrics surrounding Soto’s contract are unrealistic when compared to his actual abilities, reminding everyone that Soto is not the prototype, four-tool player that some fans expect him to be.