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Juan Soto’s potential contract blows Shohei Ohtani’s out of the water
The numbers suggested for Soto’s contract dwarf anything seen in MLB.
Juan Soto made a dazzling debut with the New York Yankees after being traded from the San Diego Padres. However, his contract ended following the Los Angeles Dodgers’ World Series victory, leaving him open to offers in free agency.
Juan Soto’s impressive record
The Dominican outfielder posted stunning stats during the regular season, with a batting average of .288/.419/.569, 41 home runs, 109 RBIs, and 128 runs scored.
In the postseason, Soto continued to shine, boasting an OPS of 1.160, hitting four home runs, and recording a batting line of .429/.556/.857.
Which teams could sign Juan Soto?
Now a free agent, several MLB teams are vying for his talents. Among the potential destinations for the Dominican star are the New York Mets, Toronto Blue Jays, Los Angeles Dodgers, the Yankees, and recently, the Boston Red Sox have shown strong interest.
Ohtani’s record-breaking contract may soon be eclipsed. Shohei Ohtani signed a historic deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers in December 2023, worth $700 million over 10 years.
However, new projections suggest Juan Soto could command an unprecedented contract, potentially around $750 million for 15 seasons, with options for deferred payments similar to Ohtani’s deal.
According to MLB insiders Buster Olney and Jeff Passan, such a monumental offer could be on the horizon for Soto.
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Original article written by Edward Gonzaga, translated with the assistance of AI and edited by Joe Brennan.