Marcus Stroman had high praise for his new teammate Juan Soto. As players start reporting to their teams for the 2024 MLB Spring training, all eyes will be on the New York Yankees and their two new recruits. Stroman, who recently joined the Bronx Bombers, compared Soto to MLB greats and proclaimed him the “best hitter” he has ever faced. Stroman expressed his excitement to meet the team and shared his thoughts on the Yankee lineups. He also mentioned his previous encounters with powerful hitters like Rodriguez and Ortiz but emphasized that Soto’s judgment of the strike zone is unparalleled.
One question on fans’ minds is how long Soto will play in New York. The three-time All-Star will become a free agent next season if the Yankees don’t extend his contract. GM Brian Cashman made a bold claim, stating that he doesn’t see many obstacles preventing Soto from becoming a free agent after the 2024 campaign.
As Stroman prepares for the 2024 season, he is filled with excitement. After signing a lucrative two-year, $37 million contract, the former New York Mets starter is eager to showcase his skills. Stroman believes that playing for the Yankees is the pinnacle of baseball. While this statement can be debated, the Yankees have a rich history in the sport. They are the most successful team in MLB history, boasting 27 World Series titles and 40 American League pennants.
Stroman aims to back up his words with a stellar performance in the upcoming season. Although he may not take the title of the team’s “ace” away from their current top pitcher, he will strive to be their number two pitcher ahead of the others. The Yankees will kick off their Spring training against the Detroit Tigers this Saturday. However, their journey won’t be easy as they face their American League rivals, the Houston Astros, in the Opening Series of the 2024 season after a month of training.
According to the Source firstsportz.com