Juan Soto noncommittal on future with Yankees following World Series loss
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The Los Angeles Dodgers are officially World Series champions, which means the Juan Soto sweepstakes has officially begun.
The 26-year-old superstar was one of the last New York Yankees to leave the dugout after the 7-6 defeat, sitting at the top step watching the celebration in his batting helmet with his gloves on waiting for a last at-bat that never came.
Soto was asked during his post-game press conference if being with the Yankees for a season gave them any advantage in signing him to a long-term deal.
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New York Yankees Juan Soto takes off his batting gloves after grounding out against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of the World Series, Monday, Oct. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
"I feel like every team has the same opportunities when I go into free agency. I don't want to say anyone has an advantage, because at the end of the day we're gonna look at what they have and how much they want me," Soto said.
While the Yankees may not have an advantage, this season was one Soto will remember for a long time.
"This is gonna stay in my heart for the rest of my life. This group of guys, this year was really special for me. I'm really proud of myself for what I accomplished. Thanks to (Aaron) Judge, he was a big part of it. Really proud of myself and this group of guys," Soto said.
The outfielder put together the best season of his career batting in front of Judge, hitting .288 with 41 home runs while