The highly anticipated free agency of Juan Soto has sparked numerous speculations about which team he will choose, with ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith suggesting that almost none of these potential suitors should be the reason for him to leave the New York Yankees. Despite various rumors circulating, Smith believes that Soto should only consider leaving the Yankees if he were to join the Los Angeles Dodgers, the reigning World Series champions.
During a conversation with Chris “Mad Dog” Russo on ESPN’s “First Take,” Russo expressed his belief that Soto may end up signing with the Boston Red Sox, a claim that Smith vehemently disagreed with due to lack of credible sourcing. Smith emphasized that there is no valid reason for Soto to leave the Yankees, especially to join another New York team like the Mets.
Soto, who is expected to receive a deal upwards of $600 million, has garnered attention from multiple teams, including the Dodgers and the Mets. Despite the allure of potentially joining a different team, Smith urged the Yankees to focus on improving their pitching staff to build a stronger team around Soto. As Soto’s decision remains uncertain, the Yankees have been actively pursuing pitchers such as Max Fried and Corbin Burnes to strengthen their roster.
In conclusion, Smith’s stance is clear – unless it’s to join the Dodgers, Soto should remain loyal to the Yankees and help lead them to success in the upcoming seasons. The baseball world eagerly awaits Soto’s decision amidst the buzz of potential suitors and lucrative offers.
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