Boston Red Sox are making a strong play to sign free agent outfielder Juan Soto. Reports indicate that the Red Sox, along with a few other teams, have made a contract offer to Soto, who is the top free agent on the market this offseason. Despite the Yankees being the favorites to sign Soto, the Red Sox have significantly improved their odds, listed at +300 to be his next team at BetMGM Sportsbook.
Recent meetings between Soto and the Red Sox in Southern California were reportedly productive, with Soto impressed by Boston’s presentation. The Red Sox have also pitched Soto on his fit with the franchise, including at Fenway Park and with the team’s historical legacy. While signing Soto may not be a necessity for the Red Sox, it would provide them with a talent they haven’t had since Mookie Betts’ departure and increase the team’s roster flexibility.
The Red Sox have signaled a willingness to spend big this offseason, with CEO Sam Kennedy hinting at the possibility of entering the luxury tax to sign Soto and bolster the pitching staff. As Soto’s decision looms, potentially before MLB’s winter meetings, the Red Sox are in a strong position to secure one of the largest deals in MLB history.
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