What would the Angels' batting lineup look like at the top if they manage to get Juan Soto? ft. Mike Trout, Jorge Soler, and Taylor Ward

One team that could surely use Juan Soto's services this upcoming season is the Los Angeles Angels. They have been struggling for some time now, and that got even worse with Shohei Ohtani's departure last offseason.

They have made a few moves already this offseason, including trading for slugger Jorge Soler and signing Kyle Hendricks, but they need much more if they want to be a contender.

While they haven't made an offer to Soto yet, that doesn't mean they cannot sneak in there. He would be a major boost to the club's morale, and their lineup could look like this next season.

1. Taylor Ward
2. Juan Soto
3. Mike Trout
4. Jorge Soler
5. Anthony Rendon
6. Luis Rengifo
7. Nolan Schanuel
8. Logan O'Hoppe
9. Zach Neto

With Soto, this would be a lineup that could compete in the American League West. However, they need to get the ball rolling if they want to even be in consideration of signing the superstar free agent.

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Time is starting to run out if the Angels want to acquire Juan Soto

Los Angeles Angels Manager - Ron Washington (Photo via IMAGN)

Juan Soto and Mike Trout in the same lineup would make for a dream, but that's all it may be. They have yet to meet with the slugger, while other teams have and already have contract offers sitting on the table.

The buzz around the sport is that Soto is getting close to coming to a decision. According to MLB insider Mark Feinsand, he could make a decision before the winter meetings start.

If the Halos don't act now, they will be out of the race before even getting their name out there. This is one player they would love to have on board, but the problem is that the rest of the league feels the same way too.