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Juan Soto Becomes Youngest Player in MLB History to Win NL Batting Title

Juan Soto is 21 years old and has already won a World Series title and emerged as one of the brightest young stars in the game.

So why wouldn't he become the youngest player in history to win the National League batting title?

Washington Nationals

Juan Soto is the youngest player in @MLB history to win the NL batting title. #NATITUDE https://t.co/0H8QaNvxqN

How's this for a third season? Soto hit .351 with 13 homers, 37 RBI, 39 runs and six stolen bases in 48 games. Translated to a full 162-game season, Soto was on pace for 43 dingers, 124 RBI, 131 runs and 20 stolen bases.