Yankees Judge Aaron talks about Mets’ Juan Soto’s playoff beliefs
New York Yankees Superstar Judge Aaron believes the Yankees are more likely to win the World Series than their Crosstown rivals, the New York Mets.
The 32-year-old judge was asked about his former teammate. Juan Sotoand Soto’s obvious conclusion is that he has a better chance of winning with the Mets than the Yankees.
“That’s his opinion. He can say what he wants. I definitely disagree with him. I wasn’t too surprised by it, I think that’s what he wanted. “The judge told reporters Monday at a press conference.
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New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge, #99, smiles during spring training batting practice at George M. Stein Brenner Field. (Dave Nelson-Imagn Images)
Soto signed a record 15-year, $765 million contract Mets This offseason. If Soto opts out five years after the contract, Mets can override it by making the total value of the contract $805 million.
“The Mets are a great organization and showing their ability to continue winning over the past few years, keeping their teams growing and growing their dynasty is one of the most important things,” Soto said. Ta. I asked why he chose to sign with the Mets in free agency.
The Soto trade is the richest contract in the history of professional sports. judge On Monday, he said he was happy with his former teammate.
“I think that’s the best place for him and his family. He made a pretty good deal over there, you can’t say that. But I’m happy with him, he We got quite a deal. Great spot.
The judge and Soto were the best duo in the big league last season.
The judge won American League MVP After clubbing League High 58 home runs, he maintains a sparkling .322 batting average while driving on the most runs (144) in baseball.
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New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto, #22, is paying attention after batting practice during spring training at Clover Park. (Sam Navarro-Immagn image)
Soto finished third in the AL MVP race as he spent the best season of his career while hitting before a judge.
Soto hit Career High 41 Home Runs, hit .288 and reached bass with a .419 clip.
The judge knows it is impossible to replace Soto, but he likes what the Yankees did to make up for his loss.
“Soto is a unique guy. He’s a special player. I’m excited about his new chapter with the Mets, but I’ve added a lot of new pieces here. (Cody) Bellinger (Paul) Goldschmidt. Two former MVPs, those who still want to improve, still want to get better,” the judge said.
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New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge, #99, hit the ball during spring training batting practice at George M. Stein Brenner Field. (Dave Nelson-Imagn Images)
“They’re going to add such different dynamics to this team. When they bat in the middle of an order, it really lengthens our entire lineup. A lot of good things happen. Juan Soto, But you bring in someone like this, who is all the stars, MVP caliber players.”
The Yankees acquired Bellinger through trade with Chicago Cubs He signed a one-year contract with Goldschmidt in free agency.
Bellinger won the 2019 NL MVP Los Angeles Dodgers And then spent the last two seasons with the Cubs.
Bellinger hit .266 with the Cubs last season and hit 18 home runs, and he plays a strong center field.
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The New York Mets are fielder Juan Soto, #22 will practice batting during spring training training at Clover Park. (Sam Navarro-Immagn image)
Goldschmidt won In 2022, the NL MVP struggled as he got off to a slow start last season before he bouncing back. He hit .245 with 22 home runs in 154 games last season.
These two are tasked with replacing Hall Soto, who remained in the Yankees lineup, as they try to return to the World Series after losing to the Dodgers in five games.
Soto relies on the Mets lineup to line up and lock them down Francisco Lindorthe Mets have World Series aspirations after a surprising run in the NLCS last season.
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