New York Yankees All Star outfielder, Juan Soto, can become a free agent following the World Series. If the Yankees do not extend his contract, Soto, who turns 26 October 25, will likely entertain a bidding war among several Major League Baseball teams. Soto’s current contract is $31 million with New York.

With the Yankees, Mets, Dodgers and Guardians on center stage this week, we build each team's case to land MLB's soon-to-be most sought-after superstar.

The New York Yankees jumped to a 1-0 lead in the American League Championship Series on Monday with a 5-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians, powered by a record-breaking performance from Juan Soto and a stellar outing from Carlos Rodon.