Juan Soto's free agency is generating significant betting interest, with five major teams reportedly in the running for the star slugger's signature. The 26-year-old power hitter is expected to command a contract worth over $600 million for 10+ years.

Current odds from NorthStar Bets show:

• New York Yankees (-148) as favorites
• New York Mets (+200)
• Toronto Blue Jays (+700)
• Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers (odds varying)

Soto's impressive stats make him a transformational talent:

• 41 home runs in 2024
• .989 OPS
• Third place in MVP voting
• Never dropped below .400 on-base percentage since 2018
• Minimum 650 plate appearances every full season

Recent developments suggest the Dodgers may be cooling their interest after signing Blake Snell and pursuing Teoscar Hernandez. They've also extended Tommy Edman with a five-year, $74 million contract.

The Blue Jays remain cautious after their experience with Shohei Ohtani's free agency, where they were potentially used as leverage before his $700 million Dodgers deal.

A final decision is expected before the Winter Meetings (December 9-12), with the baseball world eagerly awaiting where this generational talent will land.

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