Juan Soto’s free agency has become a central topic in the baseball world, with speculation heavily involving the New York Yankees, New York Mets, and Los Angeles Dodgers. Each team presents compelling reasons for why they could be Soto’s next destination.
The Yankees, benefiting from Soto’s postseason performance that helped them reach the World Series, remain strong contenders. Meanwhile, the Mets, under Steve Cohen’s leadership, are aggressively pursuing Soto, with reports suggesting Cohen is prepared to outbid other teams by $50 million.
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The Dodgers, fresh off a championship season, are also in the mix. With an already star-studded roster including Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman, adding Soto might make them too dominant. Critics like Chris Russo argue that Soto’s addition could be “bad for baseball,” pointing out the Dodgers’ substantial payroll commitments. Jon Heyman agrees, suggesting the Dodgers should reconsider pursuing Soto given their existing resources.
Ultimately, many see the Mets as the frontrunners for Soto. The team offers a chance for him to be the franchise face, something less likely with teams like the Yankees or Dodgers. Reports also suggest that Soto’s decision could come earlier than expected, with his agent, Scott Boras, managing a busy roster of free agents. This may prompt Soto to finalize his move soon, allowing teams to adjust their strategies if they miss out on him.
Where Soto lands remains uncertain, but his decision will undoubtedly shape the MLB landscape for years to come.