Sat Nov 23 14:00:00 UTC 2024: **Yankees Star Aaron Judge Hopes Juan Soto Returns to New York**
NEW YORK – Fresh off winning the American League MVP award, Aaron Judge expressed his hope that star teammate Juan Soto will re-sign with the New York Yankees this offseason. While emphasizing he hasn’t directly contacted Soto, Judge stated he believes the team has made its feelings clear. Judge described the ideal scenario as having “eight Juan Sotos” in the lineup, highlighting Soto’s significant contribution to the Yankees’ World Series run.
Soto, who had a stellar season with 41 home runs and a .989 OPS, is expected to command a contract potentially exceeding $600 million. He has already met with several teams, including the Yankees, Mets, Red Sox, Dodgers, and Blue Jays. Judge himself has been involved in discussions with Yankees ownership regarding potential offseason moves, including Soto. He indicated that he’s focused on acquiring the best players possible, regardless of salary.
The Yankees acquired Soto in a trade last December, pairing him with Judge to form a formidable power duo. Their combined performance propelled the Yankees to the AL East title and a World Series appearance, their first in 15 years. Soto’s departure would be a significant blow to the team after his immediate impact and fan-favorite status. However, Judge remains optimistic about the future, emphasizing his confidence in the team’s ability to attract top talent.
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