A recent report suggests that the New York Yankees and New York Mets might pay a staggering amount to sign Juan Soto this winter.
As the weekend approaches, the Yankees are leading the American League standings. Aaron Judge’s bid for a second MVP award plays a significant role in their success, but they wouldn’t be true World Series contenders without All-Star Juan Soto.
Soto leads the team in runs and ranks just behind Judge in home runs, RBIs, total bases, and batting average. Without Judge’s remarkable numbers, Soto would be a strong MVP candidate himself. At just 25 years old, his impressive season sets him up for a lucrative entry into MLB free agency this winter.
As a four-time All-Star and a key player on a championship team, Soto was always expected to command a substantial contract. His youth and potential for further improvement only enhance his chances of landing a nine-figure deal. Over the past few months, the estimated price for his signing has continued to rise.
Earlier in the season, a $500 million deal seemed feasible, but now figures like $520 million are being discussed. With the Yankees, Mets, and other wealthy teams likely to compete fiercely for him this offseason, his price tag is expected to soar even higher.
Juan Soto contract could now go as high as $600 million
This week, New York Post MLB insider Jon Heyman mentioned a staggering new figure.
Shohei Ohtani secured a $700 million mostly deferred deal from the Dodgers before the season started. It will be fascinating to see if the Mets or Yankees adopt a similar approach to sign the talented outfielder to a massive contract.
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