Juan Soto is Headed to Queens
The New York Mets Have Just Won Free Agency
NEW YORK — The 26-year-old slugger has signed with the New York Mets for an unprecedented 15-year $765 Million contract, as reported on Sunday evening. It is the largest contract in sports history and reportedly comes with no deferred money and an opt-out after 5 years, as per ESPN’s Jeff Passan.
Juan Soto's 15-year, $765 million deal with the New York Mets includes no deferred money, according to sources, and has escalators that can reach above $800 million.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 9, 2024
Are we surprised? Steve Cohen is the wealthiest owner in baseball and a lifelong Met fan. No WAY was he going to let Soto sign anywhere else. $765 Million to him is like a generous charitable donation.
No. Deferred. Money. pic.twitter.com/YRgk5zJlmO
— Gab (@gabrauc) December 9, 2024
It’s a sweet, sweet day for Mets fans. How good does this feel? Of course, Soto signed with the Mets. There wasn’t a doubt after they swept the Yankees last season. The man just wants to be a part of a winning team.
World Series on the Horizon
This is historic for Mets owner Steve Cohen. Soto had a career year with the New York Yankees, Winning a Silver Slugger Award, being named to the All-MLB First Team, and being a finalist for American League MVP.
The [now] New York Met slashed an impressive .288/.419/.569, with a career-high 41 home runs and 109 RBI in 2024.
What’s notable about signing Soto – And probably the most convincing for him – Is that his contract does not break the bank for the Mets – Even without deferred money. There are still moves to be made with plenty of money to spend. Signing him did not halt the rest of their postseason plans.
I’ll tell ya, it’s like a weight has come off my shoulders. As a young and healthy player, knowing he’ll continue to produce to that caliber alongside Francisco Lindor and (hopefully) Pete Alonso brings tears to my eyes, truly. This is so deserved for us Mets fans who have endured “little brother” and “clearance rack” comments from our crosstown rival fans for years.
You had one great season with Soto – The Mets will have many more.
#YaGottaBelieve #MasterClass
