The Boston Red Sox are expected to be highly active in free agency this offseason, with rumors linking them to New York Yankees superstar outfielder Juan Soto. However, they are not anticipated to be among the top contenders in the Soto sweepstakes.
Before diving deep into the free agent pool, the Red Sox may need to focus on their own pending free agents. One key player drawing significant interest is breakout outfielder.
According to FanSided’s Nick Villano, the Red Sox are unlikely to retain Him, with the Chicago Cubs, under new manager Craig Counsell, emerging as a likely landing spot. Spotrac estimates His next contract could be worth around $49 million over three years.
Villano noted, “We can easily see the Chicago Cubs making a splash this offseason, but they might not aim for the absolute top tier. O’Neill could be an excellent option when the dust settles. At under 30 years old, he still has a few strong years ahead. While some may question his consistency, it’s equally possible he’s just beginning to unlock his full potential.”
The Cubs are reportedly aiming to strengthen their offense without overspending, and O’Neill fits that strategy.
Last season, O’Neill hit 31 home runs with an .847 OPS, resembling the standout player he was at 26 rather than an aging veteran at 30. If the Cubs can land him and he stays healthy, he would provide a significant boost to their outfield at a more affordable price compared to other free agents.
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