The San Diego Padres have agreed to acquire star right fielder Juan Soto and Josh Bell from the Washington Nationals, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network.
Washington will receive shortstop CJ Abrams, outfielder Robert Hassell III, outfielder James Wood, RHP Jarlin Susana, per Morosi.
With the Nationals experiencing a rather rapid fall following their 2019 World Series triumph, Soto's contract status became the biggest storyline for the team. The two-time All-Star is due to hit free agency in 2025, and he could be the first player in MLB history to sign a $500 million contract.