Report: Jorge Soler expected to sign by Monday

According to a tweet from ESPN’s Buster Olney, a representative for Cuban outfielder Jorge Soler is calling teams to ask if their bids are final. The Chicago Cubs, New York Yankees, Los Angeles Dodgers and Atlanta Braves have all been involved.

Olney also tweeted that the Yankees are said to have bid heavy, while other teams view the Cubs as the favourite to land the outfielder.

The New York Post reported that according to an industry source, Jorge Soler is expected to agree on a four-year deal by Monday.