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In Juan Soto’s meetings with his many potential future teams, he and his agent have asked about more than just money.<\/p>\n

The 26-year-old outfielder hopes to play for a winner. While having plenty of change to spend on quality talent is surely helpful, the team’s funds aren’t everything. Soto has inquired about the player development systems of the clubs he’s met with so far, a line of questioning that could give the Boston Red Sox an advantage in the race.<\/p>\n

Soto seeks a long-term deal this offseason, and likely hopes to sign with a team that can sign elite players but also develop top-tier talent. Fox Sports MLB reporter Deesha Thosar shared that Soto\u00a0asked Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner\u00a0about his ballclub’s “player development process,” which he’s likely asked all his suitors. If that’s the case, the Red Sox could have a leg-up on even the most talented teams.<\/p>\n

Boston touts six top 100 prospects, including three in the top 10. Most of its elite-level talent nears MLB readiness, and the Red Sox have promised to compete when that happens. The team has\u00a0already begun to change its approach\u00a0\u2014 just last season, the Sox may not have even tried to sign Soto.<\/p>\n

Juan Soto’s questions about player development could favor the Red Sox in free agent race<\/h2>\n
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