Mets' Juan Soto and Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. Join Elite 30-30 Club

Mets' Soto, Yankees' Chisholm Jr. Among MLB's Six 30-30 Players In a season marked by unprecedented power and speed, six Major League Baseball players have reached the coveted milestone of 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases, including the New York Mets' Juan Soto and the Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. Soto, who became baseball's highest-paid player last winter with his $765 million contract, achieved the feat on Friday when he swiped his 37th base. The Dominican Republic native has also hit a career-high 43 home runs this season. "It means a lot," Soto said in an interview after the game. "Its part of the journey of your career. At the end, you've just got to think about the team. What we're trying to do here is help the team as much as I can." Soto's transformation into a base-stealing threat this season has been one of the most impressive aspects of his game. He had never stolen more than 12 bases in a single season before this year. Chisholm Jr., who was acquired by the Yankees in a trade with the Miami Marlins last offseason, is another first-time 30-30 player. The 24-year-old shortstop has been a key contributor to the Yankees' success, hitting .275 with 32 home runs and 31 stolen bases. The other four players who have reached the 30-30 milestone this season are Ronald Acuña Jr. of the Atlanta Braves, Mookie Betts of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Fernando Tatis Jr. of the San Diego Padres, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. of the Toronto Blue Jays. This season's crop of 30-30 players marks a record for the most in MLB history. The feat was previously achieved by only four players: Mike Trout, Ronald Acuña Jr., Mookie Betts, and Fernando Tatis Jr. The 30-30 combination is considered a hallmark of a star player's ability to dominate games on both offense and defense. It requires a rare blend of power and speed, as well as the ability to read defenses and make smart decisions on the basepaths. As the regular season enters its final weekend, these six players will look to continue their impressive performances and help their teams secure playoff spots. With the postseason just around the corner, fans can expect even more thrilling moments from these talented athletes. Background: Juan Soto, 28, is in his eighth season with the New York Mets. He was signed by the team as a free agent last winter to a record-breaking $765 million contract. Jazz Chisholm Jr., 24, is in his third season with the Yankees. He was acquired by the team in a trade with the Miami Marlins last offseason. Additional Perspectives: "This is an incredible achievement for these players," said MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred. "The 30-30 combination is a testament to their hard work and dedication to their craft." "I'm not surprised to see Juan Soto on this list," said Mets manager Buck Showalter. "He's been working tirelessly all season to improve his game, and it's paid off in a big way." *Reporting by Forbes.*