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Juan Soto Trade: Yankees Acquire Padres Slugger in Blockbuster Deal

Soto to Join Potent Outfield Mix in New York

The New York Yankees have acquired superstar outfielder Juan Soto from the San Diego Padres in a blockbuster seven-player trade, the team announced on Wednesday. Soto, a four-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger, is considered one of the best young hitters in Major League Baseball.

Yankees Bolster Outfield with Soto Addition

The Yankees' outfield already featured Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, and Harrison Bader, but Soto's addition solidifies their status as one of the most formidable offenses in baseball. Soto is a career .313 hitter with 158 home runs and 558 RBIs in 565 games.

Padres Receive CJ Abrams, Four Prospects in Trade

In exchange for Soto, the Padres received shortstop CJ Abrams, outfielder Estevan Florial, infielder Haason Diaz, and three pitching prospects: JT Ginn, Deivi Garcia, and Josh Smith.