Juan Soto's Standout Season and Contract Negotiations with New York Yankees

The New York Yankees make a significant move this past offseason by acquiring Juan Soto . This trade only guarantee them one year with the ace right fielder before he become a free agent . While some similar deal have result in quick contract extension for player like Francisco Lindor and Mookie Betts , Soto and the Yankees have not reach an agreement yet . During a Holocene game against the Rockies , Yankees fan were hear intonation for the team to rhenium - sign Soto , screening their enthusiasm for the player.

Soto react to the chant by direct question to the Yankees ' front office , specifically mention Yankees president of baseball operations Brian Cashman . Aaron Judge , another Yankees ace , express his support for Soto , admit the exhilaration of the fan and praise Soto 's performance throughout the season . Judge stress that ultimately , the decision lie with Soto and his family , and they can only show their support through their chants.

Soto is currently have a standout season , with impressive statistics that include a .299 batting average , .429 on - base percentage , and .606 slug percentage . He has hit 25 doubles , four triple , 37 home run , 95 run_batted_in , and score 108 run . With a 7.5 war , Soto has already excel his career high in both war and home run . Despite his outstanding performance , the race for the MVP title is expect to be challenge , with Judge lead and Bobby Witt Jr. as another strong contender.

While Soto 's future in free agency remains uncertain , his agent Scott Boras will be quest the best offer for his client . The Yankees , along with other large - market team like the Mets , Cubs , and Dodgers , are potential suitor for Soto . However , the final decision will depend on assorted factor , include the team 's willingness to brand a significant fiscal committedness . As the season advancement and the World Series reason , More information about Soto 's future is expect to surface . In the interim , Yankees fan continue to show their support through chant and expect update on Soto 's potential Contract Negotiations.