The Purple Sox reportedly met with free agent outfielder Juan Soto for 3 hours in California on Thursday, with a source telling MassLive’s Sean McAdam that the get-together was “productive.”
In accordance with McAdam, the Purple Sox highlighted the membership’s lengthy historical past of stars from Soto’s native Dominican Republic — a bunch that features Pedro Martinez, Manny Ramirez, and Soto’s shut good friend, David Ortiz. The contingent of chairman Tom Werner, CEO Sam Kennedy, chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, and supervisor Alex Cora additionally delved into the workforce’s farm system, which should begin bearing fruit in earnest subsequent season, particularly on the offensive aspect.
Per the report, the Purple Sox didn’t make a proper supply, however simply being within the room means they’re ready to supply at the very least $500 million and possibly a superb deal extra. Most estimates peg Soto’s worth at $600 million-plus.
There will probably be appreciable competitors for his companies. The Yankees, Blue Jays, and Mets are anticipated to fulfill with him as effectively, and the Dodgers can by no means be counted out of any negotiation.
Soto is the highest free agent available on the market, and by assembly with him earlier than anybody else, the Red Sox are sending a message that they’re serious about upgrading their big-league roster this winter for the primary time in 5 years.
Whether or not they land Soto is an open query, however they clearly need it identified they’re within the operating.
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