Scott Boras, the super-agent renowned for getting big contracts for top MLB players, seems to be laying the groundwork for a similar approach with Juan Soto that he used for Bryce Harper. With Harper, Boras went through a famously meticulous process, ensuring his client got the biggest and most favorable deal possible, ultimately leading Harper to a historic $330 million contract with the Phillies. Now, with Soto’s future up in the air, Boras is applying his “thorough process” approach to ensure that Soto—currently with the San Diego Padres—gets a deal that maximises his value, wherever that may be.
In a recent press conference, Boras revealed he wouldn’t “put a timeframe” on Soto’s free agency, hinting that the process could be long and complex. Soto, who’s only 25, has already proven himself as one of the league’s most consistent offensive threats and is in the prime of his career. While the Padres could still retain him, many speculate that Boras is positioning Soto for an eventual mega-contract with another team, similar to what he orchestrated for Harper.
The market for Soto is projected to be intensely competitive, with several big-market teams eyeing his skills. Boras’s emphasis on a “thorough process” signals he’s not rushing the decision and intends to push Soto’s value to the maximum, with some insiders expecting a record-breaking offer in the range of $400 million or more. Fans and analysts alike are drawn to the suspense of whether Boras can make Soto’s contract surpass Harper’s deal, stirring debates and keeping the MLB world on edge.
Critics argue that Boras’s approach creates unnecessary delays and raises expectations, making it difficult for teams to make timely decisions on other potential signings. However, supporters see Boras’s strategy as smart and patient, knowing it worked with Harper and could pay off even bigger with Soto.
