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Yankees being cornered into absurd contract for Juan Soto


Published on 2024-12-07 19:05:17 - Empire Sports Media
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  • The Yankees are being cornered into spending an egregious amount on Juan Soto, and their Plan B is falling apart. With Willy

The article from Empire Sports Media discusses the New York Yankees' potential strategy regarding a contract extension for Juan Soto, one of the premier young talents in Major League Baseball. Soto, who was acquired by the Yankees in a trade with the San Diego Padres, is set to become a free agent after the 2024 season. The piece highlights the pressure on the Yankees to offer Soto a contract that could be considered "absurd" due to his exceptional skills and market value. It points out that while Soto's agent, Scott Boras, is known for securing high-value deals, the Yankees might feel cornered into offering a deal that could exceed $500 million, given Soto's age, performance, and the competitive nature of the free agent market. The article also touches on the implications of such a contract on the team's future financial flexibility and roster construction, suggesting that the Yankees might need to make significant adjustments elsewhere to accommodate Soto's salary.

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[ https://empiresportsmedia.com/new-york-yankees/yankees-being-cornered-into-absurd-contract-for-juan-soto/ ]
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