Juan Soto, the Dominican superstar of the New York Yankees, left a massive gap when he moved to the Mets. This will force the team’s management to replace him with another top-tier star if they want to win the World Series. Who could fill that spot now?
Soto was one of the Yankees’ best hitters. In fact, he had an outstanding season in 2024. He hit .288/.419/.569, drove in 109 runs, and smashed 41 home runs. Losing him was a tough setback for the franchise, which now needs to bounce back. To do so, they must sign a $500 million player, according to an MLB analyst.
A strategic move in free agency
According to Christopher Kline, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. could be the perfect candidate. The Toronto Blue Jays’ first baseman might become a free agent after the 2025 season. His current market value stands at $500 million. The Blue Jays wanted to extend an offer but included deferrals, which prevented a deal from happening.
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Regarding this, Kline stated: “So, the Yankees might as well start looking now. An extra half-season with Guerrero could be the difference between a World Series title or falling short. It’s hard to imagine the Blue Jays trading Guerrero within the division, especially to the Yankees. But if New York presents an offer they can’t refuse… Toronto might have to bite the bullet.”
In fact, the analyst believes that Guerrero Jr. leaving Toronto is a real possibility. The Blue Jays have struggled with trade negotiations and have lost key players in the past because of it. Guerrero’s departure could be a golden opportunity for the Yankees to replace Juan Soto.
It is still uncertain whether Guerrero Jr. will join the Yankees’ roster. There’s still plenty of time before free agency deals take shape. However, this scenario could soon become a reality, allowing New York to make up for the loss of Soto.
