Could the Red Sox land Juan Soto?
David Ortiz has taken an active role in the Boston Red Sox’s efforts to recruit free agent superstar Juan Soto. Both Ortiz and Soto hail from the Dominican Republic and seem to share a strong bond.
In an interview on the Fenway Rundown podcast with MassLive’s Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam, Ortiz shared his pitch to Soto for joining the Red Sox.
“He’ll be playing for an organization with a rich history, surrounded by the best fans,” Ortiz said. “It’ll feel like playing at home in the Dominican Republic. Plus, he’ll have Big Papi in his corner as his godfather.”
But is Ortiz’s influence enough to give the Red Sox an edge over competitors like the New York Yankees and New York Mets?
Why Juan Soto could sign with the Boston Red Sox
The Yankees and Mets are widely regarded as the top contenders to sign Juan Soto. However, the Red Sox shouldn’t be overlooked.
David Ortiz highlighted several factors that could make the Red Sox an appealing destination, including the team’s storied history, passionate fanbase, tradition of Dominican stars, and his personal connection with Soto. Beyond these points, there are additional reasons why Boston might be a strong fit.
The Red Sox boast one of the best farm systems in baseball, a key consideration for Soto as he seeks a long-term deal. Their deep prospect pool positions them to trade for elite players while maintaining a solid foundation for the future.
If Boston is willing to present a competitive contract, they should be taken seriously as contenders in the Soto sweepstakes.
Soto had a phenomenal season with the Yankees in 2024, posting a .288/.419/.569 slash line, hitting a career-high 41 home runs, driving in 109 runs, drawing 129 walks, and scoring an AL-leading 128 runs. At just 26 years old entering the 2025 season, Soto may still be approaching his prime.
While the Red Sox seem like a logical match, their chances could be slim if Mets owner Steve Cohen offers an unmatched deal or if Soto chooses to re-sign with the Yankees. In that case, even Ortiz’s efforts and the Red Sox’s appeal might not be enough.
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