Fri Oct 11 00:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Blue Jays Set to Make “Astronomical” Offer for Juan Soto
**Toronto, Canada** – The race for free agent slugger Juan Soto is heating up, with the New York Yankees and Mets widely considered the frontrunners. But according to a recent article in NJ.com, the Toronto Blue Jays are ready to throw an astronomical offer Soto’s way.
A source close to Soto, described as a former teammate and friend, told NJ.com reporter Randy Miller that the Blue Jays are “desperate” to return to contention after a disappointing 2024 season. They’re prepared to spend big money to improve their roster, including potentially signing both Soto and star third baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who is also headed to free agency.
“The Blue Jays think Soto would be perfect for their lineup and team,” the source said. “I know their management thinks Soto and Guerrero for them would be what Soto and (Aaron) Judge were like this year for the Yankees.”
This proposed deal could potentially be the richest non-deferred contract in MLB history, surpassing the $360 million, nine-year deal that the Yankees gave Aaron Judge in 2022.
The source suggested that Soto would need a contract starting with a six, meaning at least $600 million. He also predicted that Soto could command a 15-year deal worth $600 million, or $40 million annually.
This news comes as a surprise to many, as the Blue Jays are coming off a disappointing season and haven’t traditionally been known for their big-money spending. But with the potential to pair Soto with the already-dominant Guerrero Jr., they appear to be making a serious push to become a top contender in the American League.
It remains to be seen if the Blue Jays’ offer will be enough to lure Soto away from the Yankees or Mets, but one thing is certain: the young superstar is about to become one of the highest-paid players in baseball history.
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