Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner signaled interest in extending star outfielder Juan Soto's contract.

Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner expressed his desire to keep star outfielder Juan Soto with the team for his career, hinting at a possible contract extension conversation. Soto, acquired from San Diego Padres, has a .302 batting average this season. Steinbrenner's comments indicate a shift from typical in-season contract talks, as Soto's agent, Scott Boras, usually avoids discussions during the season.