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Red Sox Eye Soto in Major Free Agency Pursuit
The Boston Red Sox are in the running to sign star free agent Juan Soto, competing against several other MLB teams for his services in a deal potentially exceeding \$600 million.
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- What are Juan Soto's career highlights and statistics?
- The Red Sox's interest in Soto stems from his exceptional hitting ability and young age (26). He's a four-time All-Star with a World Series title and impressive career statistics.
- Which other teams are competing for Juan Soto's services?
- Besides the Red Sox, other teams reportedly meeting with Soto include the New York Yankees, New York Mets, Toronto Blue Jays, Los Angeles Dodgers, and San Francisco Giants, among others.
- Why are the Boston Red Sox interested in signing Juan Soto?
- The Boston Red Sox are among several teams vying for free agent slugger Juan Soto this offseason. They will have a meeting with Soto and his agent this week, though they are not considered the favorites.
- How much is Juan Soto expected to earn in his next contract?
- Predictions for Soto's contract are over \$600 million, with some estimates reaching \$630 million over 14 years. This would be one of the largest contracts in baseball history.
- What is the significance of the Red Sox's pursuit of Soto in the context of their recent performance?
- After missing the playoffs for three consecutive years, the Red Sox aim to be aggressive in the free-agent market this winter, indicating their serious pursuit of Soto and other high-profile players.