Yankees refute rumors of capping Juan Soto’s offer to please Aaron Judge
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Follow UsNY POST reported that the Yankees would limit their offer to Juan Soto at $40 million annually to avoid upsetting Aaron Judge are inaccurate, according to a source familiar with the team’s plans. The claim, labeled a “lie” by the source, was dismissed, with the insider clarifying that no one within the organization has suggested capping their offer. Judge, a player known for putting the team first, is reportedly more concerned with the Yankees’ success than salary comparisons.
Rumors of Yankees salary cap for Juan Soto deal dismissed
The Yankees are expected to pursue Juan Soto aggressively, facing competition from the Mets, Giants, and Blue Jays. The Blue Jays, in particular, are serious contenders, with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. reportedly eager to see Soto join the team. Both the Giants and Blue Jays had previously attempted to trade for Soto before the Yankees completed their deal with the Padres, a trade that has benefited both teams. The Dodgers, as always, remain potential players in this high-stakes bidding war.
Yankees Strategy and Roster Decisions Prove Effective
Recently, the Yankees have made key roster decisions, opting for Alex Verdugo over Jasson Dominguez and Jon Berti or Oswaldo Cabrera over Ben Rice. Clarke Schmidt has also been prioritized over Luis Gil. These moves have paid off, contributing to the Yankees’ success as they prepare for the postseason.
In other news, the Padres created controversy by blocking Fox reporter Ken Rosenthal after his story on Manny Machado’s “throwgate” incident. The move drew criticism, though Major League Baseball chose not to fine Machado, considering the issue minor.
As the Yankees look ahead to the offseason, their focus remains on making a strong push for Soto, with no internal salary restrictions influencing their approach.
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