Hal Steinbrenner, the owner of the New York Yankees, recently claimed that his team’s roster for the 2025 season will surpass that of the 2024 squad despite the departure of star outfielder Juan Soto to the Mets. Speaking on the YES Network, Steinbrenner emphasized improvements in the team’s rotation and defense, as well as the potential contributions of Cody Bellinger and Paul Goldschmidt. The team also made strategic additions like Max Fried and trades to bolster their roster further. While Soto’s departure may have been a significant loss, Steinbrenner believes the 2025 group will perform at a higher level overall, thanks to these enhancements.
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