Juan Soto’s Agent Denies Criticism of Aaron Judge and Volpe Over Trump Gear
2 min read
Mary DeCicco/MLB Photos via Getty Images
A viral screenshot circulating on social media has sparked controversy involving MLB star Juan Soto and his agent Scott Boras. The screenshot suggests that Boras criticized fellow players Aaron Judge and Anthony Volpe for wearing pro-Trump gear during the World Series, as well as condemning comments made at a Trump rally earlier this year. However, these claims have been debunked as false.
The now-debunked screenshot, posted on Elon Musk-led social media platform X, purportedly showed Boras accusing Judge and Volpe of offending Latino-Americans by wearing Trump merchandise before Game 3 of the World Series. It also claimed Boras expressed frustration over comments made during a Trump rally at Madison Square Garden, stating that such behavior impacted Soto.
The post quickly went viral, with polarized reactions across the platform. Some users mocked the alleged sensitivity, while others criticized the supposed political stance. “Donald Trump’s tweet roasting Juan Soto and saying Aaron Judge is a better player will hit different,” one user joked. Another added, “Snowflakes usually don’t exist in baseball,” seemingly targeting Soto and Boras for their alleged sentiments.
Soto apparently was one of the few people actually offended by a comedian’s joke at a Trump rally, and was also taken aback Judge and Volpe wore Trump gear. Snowflakes usually don’t exist in baseball. pic.twitter.com/hkcy3fFLW1
— Joe Concha (@JoeConchaTV) December 12, 2024
However, the truth behind the viral post paints a different picture. The image has been proven to be an edited screenshot, as confirmed by a community note under the original tweet. The note clarifies that the statements attributed to Boras were fabricated, and the article shown in the screenshot does not exist. Neither Juan Soto nor Scott Boras have addressed the incident publicly, allowing the rumors to swirl further.
This isn’t the first time social media has amplified false claims. The incident highlights the growing issue of misinformation and how quickly edited images or fake quotes can spread, especially in polarizing topics like politics and sports.
For now, fans and observers are left waiting to see if Soto or Boras will break their silence to clear the air. Until then, it’s a reminder to verify information before jumping to conclusions in the ever-evolving world of social media rumors.
Shivam Kumar
Hi, I'm Shivam Kumar. I'm pursuing Journalism honors from the IP University. I love the skill of writing and looking forward to learn more of it. Also I love traveling and experiencing new things every day....
