The New York Yankees "upgraded their initial bid" to star outfielder Juan Soto, according to the New York Post's Jon Heyman. Heyman reported the Bronx

Two Saturdays ago, a New York Mets contingent led by owner Steve Cohen, POBO David Stearns, and manager Carlos Mendoza met with top-ranked free agent Juan Soto and agent Scott Boras in Southern California.

Executives and insiders suggest the New York Mets may be the "clear-cut favorite" to sign Juan Soto, as owner Steve Cohen’s aggressive spending could outpace all rivals.