Soto signs record-breaking deal, Giants lose out.

The Giants failed to secure Soto, as they did with Judge and Ohtani, making them unlikely contenders for his talents.

December 9th 2024.

Soto signs record-breaking deal, Giants lose out.
Despite their attempts to secure top talent in recent years, the Giants were unable to land superstar outfielder Juan Soto, after missing out on both Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani. And even if they had been in the running, it's unlikely they could have outbid the wealthy Steve Cohen.

In the wake of their record-breaking $182 million deal with shortstop Willy Adames, the Giants were overshadowed by the news of Soto's massive contract with the New York Mets. The deal, worth a staggering $765 million over 15 years, is the biggest in the history of professional sports. But despite the eye-popping numbers, what may be more relevant to the Giants is the signing of outfielder Michael Conforto by the Dodgers, joining former Giant Blake Snell in Los Angeles.

As the Giants' offseason continues, the focus shifts to the outfield, where Conforto's departure leaves room for younger players to take the field. With Heliot Ramos coming off his first All-Star selection, he is expected to play left field while Jung Hoo Lee, who had his first season with the Giants cut short due to injury, will take center field. And in right field, Mike Yastrzemski, who recently avoided arbitration with a one-year deal, will continue to be a key player for the Giants.

While Conforto's services were not in high demand for the Giants' outfield, his presence will be missed. In his two seasons with the team, he had a batting average of .238 and an OPS of .740, with 35 home runs and 124 RBIs. But with a promising young core and a strong veteran presence, the Giants are confident in their ability to continue competing at a high level.

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