Henry Roldán
Juan Soto‘s departure from the Washington Nationals appears to be just around the corner, and several organizations are already preparing offers to acquire the stellar outfielder.
The organization in the capital city of the United States knows that they can ask a lot for the Dominican and is expected to receive a good number of prospects as well as young players with Major League experience who still have years of team control.
Top Candidates for Acquiring Juan Soto in MLB and What They Can Offer
St. Louis Cardinals
In the last few hours, the Cardinals have entered the fight for Juan Soto and in a big way, as they have immediately positioned themselves as the favorite team to acquire him before August 2.
According to reports in St. Louis, not only do they have the depth to bid for him, but the big team also has several young players who have proven themselves in the majors.
Possible trades: Jordan Walker (No. 7 MLB prospect, 3B), Dylan Carlson (OF), Nolan Gorman (IF), Tyler O’Neill (OF), Harrison Bader (OF).
San Diego Padres
San Diego is in desperate need of offensive help for Manny Machado and Fernando Tatís Jr., and management seems to be excited about acquiring another Dominican for their offense.
According to Jon Heyman, the Padres lead the race for Soto, along with the Cardinals, also because of big-name prospects and young players who already have major league experience.
Possible trades: C.J. Abrams (SS), MacKenzie Gore (SP), Adrian Morejon (SP), Ryan Weathers (SP), James Wood (Padres’ No. 3 prospect, OF), Robert Hassell III (Padres’ No. 1 prospect, OF).
Los Angeles Dodgers
While the Dodgers’ payroll might be a slight impediment to bringing in Juan Soto, the World Series contenders remain one of the favorites to secure the outfielder’s services.
There are good prospects in Los Angeles waiting for their chance at the big team, something that could catch the eye of the Nationals.
Possible trades: Gavin Lux (INF), Dustin May (P), Eddy Alvarez (Utility), Zack McKinstry (Utility), Diego Cartaya (Dodgers No. 1 prospect), Michael Busch (Dodgers No. 3 prospect, INF), Andy Pages (Dodgers No. 4 prospect, OF), Ryan Pepiot (Dodgers No. 6 prospect, SP), James Outman (Dodgers No. 17 prospect, OF).
New York Yankees
While many analysts think the Yankees should go all in to bolster their pitching staff, New York seems to be fighting tooth and nail for Juan Soto.
Although they have lost a lot of ground, they are still in the fight and dream of having the Dominican batting in the comfort of Yankee Stadium’s right field.
Possible trades: Gleyber Torres (IF), Anthony Volpe (Yankees No. 1 prospect, SS), Oswald Peraza (Yankees No. 2 prospect, SS), Jasson Dominguez (Yankees No. 3 prospect, OF), Austin Wells (Yankees No. 4 prospect, C).
