The baseball world is eagerly awaiting Juan Soto’s decision, as his signing is expected to set the tone for the rest of free agency. Many anticipate a resolution in the coming days, with the New York Yankees emerging as one of the frontrunners. The Yankees are keen to re-sign the star outfielder, who played a pivotal role in leading them to the World Series during his lone season with the team.
The Yankees’ interest extends beyond Juan Soto. According to Michael Kay, the team’s leadership recently held a 90-minute Zoom meeting with Braves ace Max Fried, which reportedly went “very well.” Another meeting between the two sides is expected to take place soon.
Max Fried is among the top free agents waiting for the market to gain momentum, which is expected to happen once Juan Soto makes his decision. Soto’s choice could influence how aggressively the Yankees pursue Fried, though the team has the financial resources to potentially secure both stars.
When it comes to the Braves’ stance on Max Fried, they’ve remained silent so far—a typical approach for Atlanta, known for keeping negotiations under wraps. However, early deals for starting pitchers around the league suggest that retaining Fried won’t be inexpensive. The ace could command a contract approaching $200 million, meaning the Braves would need to step well outside their usual spending comfort zone to bring him back.
