The Nationals Park erupted in cheers on Monday for Juan Soto and he responded by coming out of the batter’s box and acknowledging the crowd’s love. This was Soto’s third time stepping into the nation’s capital since the Washington Nationals had traded him in 2022 after rejecting his $440 million long-term contract offer. It was a trying time for Soto because he never really wanted to move out of the Nationals. He has openly talked about it in the media, and once, he was almost on the verge of tears.

However, Soto has moved on since and is with the New York Yankees now, creating a buzz like no other. Along with Aaron Judge, he is making huge strides in his gameplay. Juan Soto has a 1.030 OPS, which is second only to Judge, with 37 home runs, and 109 walks — a total that speaks volumes about his capability. Now, it seems like the Nationals might have missed a deal, right? And believe it or not, Juan Soto could be making his way back to the team soon. 

Is a Nationals reunion on the horizon for Juan Soto?

Juan Soto’s deal with the Yankees is set to expire soon and his free agency is creating quite the buzz. According to The Athletics’ insider Chris Kirschner, the Nationals are ready to scoop him up, yet again. And he isn’t wrong to think so! First, the Nationals team is in the phase of restructuring and has some of the best talents under the age of 23 in the team. That includes CJ Abrams, Dylan Crews, and James Wood; all young and promising names, ready to do what it takes to get the team forward. But what’s missing? Well, Juan Soto can be the icing on the cake. What makes this possibility even better is his relationship with the team, which is still going strong.

The staff members love Juan Soto and we saw that pan out when, after the Yankees’ 5-2 win, he was seen embracing‌ a security guard outside the clubhouse. And if that didn’t say it all about the connection between Soto and his old team, cameras caught him easily recalling the names of every player on the Nationals’ lineup. It was a small but telling moment, underscoring just how deep his connection with the club still runs.

Plus, Soto’s dynamics with Davey Martinez are great too. Martinez mentioned once, “He’s been amazing. We knew that about him. We did something special with him here playing the outfield. As I’ve always said before — nothing has changed — I love the kid. You knew what you were getting out of him every day: He’s going to play hard, put the bat on the ball and do everything he can to help you win. He’s still doing that. He’s a good one. He’s one of the best. He’s been phenomenal.” With further revelations about his road ahead, Soto has recently opened up about his agent situation. 

Juan Soto addresses the free-agency rumors

Juan Soto definitely loved the Nationals, and he even mentioned in a Q&A with the Athletic that he loved it in Washington, had a house, and felt super comfy. However, that doesn’t mean he is not enjoying his stardom in the Yankees—because right now, Juan Soto and Aaron Judge are being regarded as one of the best duos seen in baseball. Even compared to Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig; so, will he leave everything and move for the money?

Given the warm reception by the National fans of Monday and chants of ‘Come Home Soto’ at Nationals Park, the rumors of his move to Nationals didn’t take long to reach him. However, he did not pay much heed to it, or to talk about the next destination. Juan Soto mentioned, “At the end of the day, right now I’m playing for the Yankees. I’m happy where I’m at. We’ll see what happens in free agency.”

Currently, it is been poised that Juan Soto at just 25 is all set to challenge the record-breaking contract Ohtani set with the Los Angeles Dodgers. And given his current performance and the fact that his agent Scott Boras is renowned for negotiating blockbuster deals—it wouldn’t be surprising if Soto’s next contract surpasses Ohtani’s. But now, the question is: Who will have the muscle to take on Juan Soto with that monstrous deal? Will the Yankees agree to the numbers, or will the Nationals re-sign him with the amount? We will get to know that soon!