The Los Angeles Dodgers, defending World Series champions, are set to meet with top free agent Juan Soto early this week. Soto, a finalist for AL MVP, had an impressive season with the Yankees in 2024. The Dodgers need outfielders and Soto’s bat could be a valuable addition to their lineup. Despite concerns about fitting him into their payroll, the Dodgers have the financial flexibility to afford Soto and build a strong roster around him, partially due to Shohei Ohtani’s deferred contract. Ohtani’s willingness to defer payments shows his desire for the Dodgers to bring in top-tier talent like Soto. It is believed that the Dodgers owe it to Ohtani to pursue players like Soto to enhance their roster. Unfortunately, I cannot provide a summary without knowing the specific content or source you are referring to. Please provide more information so I can create an accurate summary for you.
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Juan Soto to the Dodgers? How star free agent fits payroll structure and why they need him more than you think
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