Morning Briefing: Juan Soto Cranks 431-Foot Shot

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Juan Soto smacked a 431-foot homer for the Dominican Republic on Tuesday, in an exhibition game against the Detroit Tigers

Huascar Brazobán also got two outs — both via strikeout — in a 12-4 win. Former Mets Luis Severino and Gregory Soto were the first two pitchers to appear for the Dominican Republic.

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