The New York Yankees are in the middle of a battle to sign Juan Soto in free agency. Hal Steinbrenner, the team’s owner, recently met with Soto and his agent, Scott Boras, to discuss the possibility of Soto joining the team. Steinbrenner described the meeting as a “very honest, back-and-forth dialogue” that lasted a couple of hours.
Soto, a left-handed slugger, had a successful 2024 season with the Yankees, helping the team reach the World Series. Steinbrenner expressed interest in Soto’s long-term plans and his desire to play for a competitive team. However, when asked about Soto’s wishes, Steinbrenner responded that he had “no idea.”
Yankees fans are eagerly awaiting Soto’s decision in free agency, hoping that he will continue to hit home runs for the team for years to come. Other teams, such as the New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies, Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays, and Los Angeles Dodgers, are also interested in signing Soto due to his exceptional talent at just 26 years old.
Many believe that Soto could receive the largest contract in baseball history due to his impressive performance over the years. Yankees fans have been vocal about their desire for the team to sign Soto, and Steinbrenner acknowledges the pressure from the fans. He mentioned, “I’ve got ears. I know what’s expected of me. It’s been a priority.”
Soto has had an impressive career so far, with a batting average of .285, an on-base percentage of .421, and 201 home runs in his first seven years in the league. As the free agency saga continues, baseball fans will be eagerly watching to see where Juan Soto decides to play next.