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With the ink finally dry on Juan Soto’s 15-year, $765 million contract, there is plenty of buzz and excitement in the Big Apple discussing just how far the New York Mets can go with Soto on their roster. There’s no doubt that Steve Cohen wanted Soto badly and got his man regardless of the cost. […]

The New York Mets pulled off the biggest move of the offseason when they secured the services of Juan Soto, signing him to a record-setting 15-year, $765 million contract in free agency that could be worth as much as $805 million. Soto’s contributions in 2024 were worth 8.1 WAR, and it helps that the Mets […]

While it was always clear that Juan Soto would go to the highest bidder this offseason, some fans speculated that the New York Yankees’ rumored mistreatment of his family played a role in his decision to leave. However, that was fake news. Soto said “that was a lie,” via ESPN’s Enrique Rojas. “Juan Soto said […]

Juan Soto made waves this baseball offseason as the biggest name available, and he made waves because of his contract. The New York Mets signed Soto to a massive 15-year, $765 million contract. Soto comes from across the other side of New York City after having a great year with the Yankees and being a […]

Clay Holmes is embracing a major career shift after signing a three-year, $38 million contract with the New York Mets. The former Yankees closer is transitioning back to a starting role, something he hasn’t done since his minor league days. Yet Holmes’ decision to join the Mets wasn’t just about his career—it came with hopes […]

Cody Bellinger is finally headed to New York. After years of the former MVP being linked to the New York Yankees, Bellinger has been traded from the Chicago Cubs to the Yankees in a big move. Bellinger getting traded is not especially surprising. Rumors picked up steam after the Cubs acquired Kyle Tucker, who is […]

Juan Soto became the belle of the ball in this year’s free agency, and understandably so. Soto entered the open market as a 26-year-old right fielder who has done nothing but produce ever since breaking through to the big leagues in 2019. And the New York Mets handsomely rewarded Soto for his consistent excellence, signing […]

If you’re a New York Yankees fans still reeling from Juan Soto’s decision to sign with the New York Mets, allow Giancarlo Stanton to put your mind at ease. The Yankees’ slugger met with about 150 kids at MLB’s Play Ball clinic in Puerto Rico on Monday. That’s where he encountered one young Yankees fan […]

The New York Yankees were on the doorstep of winning a World Series this year but ultimately fell short, losing in five games to the Los Angeles Dodgers. That included a historic collapse in the series clincher that will unfortunately be remembered forever. The Bronx Bombers will of course be motivated to get back to […]

The New York Mets made the biggest splash of free agency by signing Juan Soto. The 15-year, $765 million contract is the biggest in North American sports history and could escalate to over $800 million. While they are in a great spot by just adding Soto, there are other spots they are looking to add. […]

The New York Mets signed Juan Soto to a 15-year, $765 million deal. He was the biggest free agent available and signed the richest contract in North American sports history. But now the expectations are astronomical, especially since he dropped the word “dynasty” at his introductory press conference. We have Juan Soto bold predictions for […]

Juan Soto just signed a historic 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, meaning this will be the third team he’s been on over the past year. Last offseason, Soto was traded from the San Diego Padres to the New York Yankees, and while the Padres were worried about his impending free agency, […]

A vast majority of New York Yankees fans may not gain closure with the Juan Soto saga until they bombard him with boos during the Subway Series next year. But the latest piece of information to come out in the aftermath of his colossal signing might mellow The Bronx’s mood a tad. Or, there is […]

The New York Mets won the Juan Soto sweepstakes. The 26-year-old signed a 15-year contract worth at least $765 million. He chose that over a 16-year deal worth $760 million with the New York Yankees. Soto was Plan A for Brian Cashman and the Bombers but they’ve already started on Plan B by signing Max […]

The Juan Soto sweepstakes ultimately boiled down to the New York Mets and the New York Yankees. Mets owner Steve Cohen was determined to win, but didn’t know the outcome until Soto informed him personally. Cohen denied any special sentiment about taking Soto from the Yankees. Cohen stated that he doesn’t play that game and […]

Newly acquired New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto made headlines during his introductory press conference on Thursday. The star player stirred the pot with a remark that seemed to take aim at his former team, the New York Yankees, when asked whether his contract signals a shift toward New York becoming a “Mets town.” New […]

In the biggest move of the offseason, Juan Soto decided to jump ship and join the New York Mets in free agency, signing a record-setting 15-year, $765 million contract that could be worth as much as $805 million. Soto is leaving the New York Yankees despite a wildly successful 2024 campaign in which they made […]

The Boston Red Sox made one big move during the recently completed Winter Meetings. They traded four prospects to the Chicago White Sox for starting pitcher Garrett Crochet. In many ways, it was a move the Red Sox had to make because Juan Soto had left the Yankees and signed with the Mets, and then […]

The New York Mets have solidified their place as a premier franchise with the historic signing of Juan Soto to a 15-year, $765 million contract. At the heart of the team’s groundbreaking move is owner Steve Cohen, whose vision for the Mets has been clear: to elevate the franchise to the highest echelon of Major […]

The New York Yankees lost Juan Soto to their crosstown rivals as the New York Mets landed baseball’s biggest free agent. When the dust settled following a multi-team bidding war, the Mets claimed the prized right fielder, signing Soto to an historic 15-year contract. At his introductory press conference Thursday, the $765 million man made […]

The New York Mets’ Juan Soto signing has drastically changed the franchise’s future. After agreeing to a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million deal, Soto already has Mets fans making World Series plans for the future. Soto also started his press conference, where he was formally introduced on Thursday, explaining what led to his decision in free agency.  Soto […]

Juan Soto recently agreed to a $765 million contract with the New York Mets. Soto, who spent the 2024 season with the New York Yankees, issued a message to his old team while speaking to reporters on Thursday, via Yankees Videos on X, formerly Twitter. “I want to say thank you,” Soto said. “I actually […]

The New York Mets won the Juan Soto sweepstakes, locking the outfielder in for 15 years. After one year with the New York Yankees, Soto hit free agency and picked the Amazins over the Bombers. At his introductory press conference in Queens, Soto was asked if he talked to any Yankees teammates since signing with […]

When Juan Soto signed with the New York Mets, it sparked reactions from across the sports world. However, it surprised Mets owner Steve Cohen the most. He told ESPN that he thought there was no chance that Soto would leave the New York Yankees. “Usually I’m pretty good at reading the signals. This one I […]

The New York Yankees fell short of the Juan Soto sweepstakes after he signed with the New York Mets. However, the Yankees general manager Brian Cashman isn’t too upset about the outcome. On the Hot Stove Podcast, he explained how his $700+ million offer is one they don’t regret. “I think I did that well […]

Juan Soto and Citi Field seem to be a match made in baseball heaven, and Mets fans have every reason to dream big. Soto’s career numbers at Citi Field are staggering — a .333 batting average, .466 on-base percentage, .709 slugging percentage, 12 home runs, 19 extra-base hits, and 26 RBIs in just 35 games. […]

The New York Yankees lost Juan Soto to the New York Mets in free agency. Their deal was close to the 15-year, $765 million contract that ended up winning the sweepstakes. Reports surfaced in the following days that the Amazins offered him a suite for every home game, something that pushed them over the edge. […]

Juan Soto has joined the New York Mets, to the tune of a 15-year, $765-million contract, the largest deal in pro sports history. Moreover, the deal came down to the wire, as the Yankees presented a $760-million offer for 16 years, nearly enough to tilt the scales in their favor, but Soto ultimately chose to […]

Juan Soto’s decision to join the New York Mets in free agency is continuing to cause a major fuss in the MLB world, with the New York Yankees fanbase reeling from the loss of the 26-year-old right fielder. In the end, Soto decided to join the Mets because they pulled out all the stops and […]

The New York Yankees lost Juan Soto to their crosstown rivals, the New York Mets. While Soto’s departure certainly stings, it could be viewed as a blessing in disguise as the Yankees now have the capital to sign multiple free agents, potentially building a more complete team. New York has a glaring need at first […]

After a year hiatus, Juan Soto is back in the National League after signing his mega contract with the New York Mets. It won’t be as often as when he was on the San Diego Padres, but Bud Black and the Colorado Rockies must prepare for the Soto challenge once again. When that matchup does […]

When comparisons arise between Juan Soto and Ted Williams, dismissing them as hyperbolic is easy. But for those who have closely watched Soto’s evolution into one of the most feared hitters in baseball, such parallels are hard to ignore. Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo, a self-proclaimed student of baseball history, recently weighed in on the […]

The New York Mets emerged victorious in the Juan Soto sweepstakes. The Mets signed baseball’s top free agent to a massive 15-year, $765 million mega contract. However, New York isn’t done putting together its roster for the 2025 season. And one of the biggest questions surrounding the team is how to handle first base. Pete […]

Toronto Blue Jays superstar Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is scheduled to make $28.8 million on a one-year arbitration deal next season, making him one of the planet’s most well-paid people in comparison to the majority of its population. However, Juan Soto’s new 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets still makes Guerrero’s salary look […]

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone admitted that it hurt to see Juan Soto leave his team to sign with the cross-town rival New York Mets. Boone spoke with the media in a press conference at the MLB Winter Meetings on Tuesday where he tried to turn his focus toward next season as the Yankees […]

It became clear almost immediately after news broke that the New York Mets had signed Juan Soto that Steve Cohen’s franchise offered Soto more money than anyone else. Now, we’re starting to learn what else he offered the outfield superstar. One of those extras is a suite at Mets home games. The New York Yankees […]

The Juan Soto saga continues on all fronts of the MLB spectrum. This time, some confusion came from Chris “Mad Dog” Russo. On ESPN’s First Take, he was puzzled about why Soto would sign with the Mets after achieving success with the Yankees during his lone season with the franchise. “Aaron Judge hitting behind him for […]

The New York Mets have landed Juan Soto, the biggest prize in free agency, giving him the largest contract in all of professional sports: $765 million for 15 years, a full $100-million more than what the Dodgers gave Shohei Ohtani. Additionally, the Mets’ offer just beat the Yankees’ own deal by only inches, as Soto’s […]

The New York Yankees came up short in the Juan Soto sweepstakes, with the star outfielder opting to sign a record-breaking deal with the New York Mets on Sunday instead of returning to the Bronx. Now, the Yankees face the challenge of shifting their focus to alternative options, despite the difficulty of finding a player […]