Friday was a big day for a lot of causes for Juan Soto. The Yankees star was not solely taking part in in his second profession World Collection however he additionally turned 26 years previous. Birthdays are at all times essential, however particularly while you’re a famous person taking part in within the Fall Basic.

To assist have fun the event, Braves second baseman and 2024 World Collection correspondent Ozzie Albies stunned Soto on the sector with a birthday cupcake forward of the Recreation 1 opener at Dodger Stadium.

Soto hardly wanted extra good vibes heading into the World Collection, however Albies — a former NL East rival when Soto was with the Nationals — actually tried to carry some. Soto had loved a memorable postseason run up to now, working a 1.106 OPS within the Yankees’ first two playoff rounds whereas hitting the pivotal game-winning dwelling run in Recreation 5 of the ALCS vs. Cleveland.

Soto tried to hold his playoff success into the World Collection, going 1-for-3 with two walks and a run scored. With Albies offering slightly further mojo, Soto might need a bit extra in retailer for this Collection in opposition to the Dodgers.