Juan Soto and Aaron Judge have formed a lethal offensive duo for the New York Yankees this season. They are playing the best level of baseball in the ongoing season and as a result, they are top contenders to win the American League MVP. Moreover, they can carry the Bronx Bombers to the ‘Big Dance’ this year if things go as per plans. However, the Pinstripes would need other players on the roster to contribute as well. Otherwise, it will be too much pressure for the Judge-Soto duo when they head to the playoffs. Lately, Juan Soto had his career’s first three home run game.
It was against MLB-worst the Chicago White Sox in Game 2. And it helped the Yankees get a much-needed win to stay alive in the series. They lost Game 1 in a humiliating way, 12-2, to the White Sox. Anyway, when the Judge-Soto duo performs at a high level, they can break any defense. That’s what they have been doing so far. But the fans wonder if they will remain a duo next season, too. After all, Soto will be the biggest free agent next offseason.
MLB Analyst Thinks Aaron Judge Will Have A Role To Play In Soto’s Free Agency Decision
Unquestionably, Juan Soto will have an all-out bidding war for him next offseason. Who wouldn’t want him, especially after the ongoing season? The Dominican slugger looks really good in Pinstripes. He had a great start this season. Soto was also the Player of the Month in April. Hence, from the first month of the regular season with the Yankees, the four-time Silver Slugger has been showing his class. Moreover, the dynamic between the Yankees captain and the Dominican slugger has been very prominent this year. It is working miracles for the Bronx Bombers. Their combination is proving to be one of the best in the franchise’s history. Lately, Dave Lennon, SNY analyst, said two factors could play an important role in Soto’s free agency move – money and Aaron Judge.
The analyst further added that money will come for sure from almost every team that bids for Soto. However, the attraction of hitting next to Aaron Judge might play an essential role. Moreover, Lennon feels if money is all similar, then Juan Soto will decide to stay in the Bronx because he is having his best career season “Not for nothing. And I think Judge has been a big help to that.” Baseball fans and experts know that several teams will jump on the opportunity to land Juan Soto. But every team won’t have an MVP-caliber slugger like Aaron Judge. Hence, the Yankees have an extra edge on that front.
Juan Soto Wants To Stay Part Of A Strong And Competitive Team
The reason why Juan Soto rejected the $440 million offer of the Washington Nationals is because they were not a competitive team anymore. He had won a World Series with the Nationals. But then, they lost their dominance in the league. That’s why he moved from the San Diego Padres to the New York Yankees.
Recently, in an interview with Bleacher Report, Juan Soto mentioned the thing that he wants in his next team or whoever he signs with is a chance to win one or more World Series. Even if they don’t win the ‘Big Dance,’ at least Soto wants to stay in the race every season. Again, in that case, the Yankees have an edge because they routinely make the playoffs, unlike last season.
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