Juan Soto, one of baseball’s brightest stars, made headlines with a record-breaking move to the New York Mets. After a phenomenal season with the New York Yankees, where he hit .288 with 41 home runs, Soto signed a 15-year, $765 million deal with the Mets on December 8, 2024. This historic contract, first reported by the New York Post and confirmed by FOX Sports’ Ken Rosenthal, is the largest in Major League Baseball and professional sports history, surpassing Shohei Ohtani’s 10-year, $700 million deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers last offseason.
The deal, which includes a $75 million signing bonus, also allows Soto to opt out after five years in 2028. At just 26 years old, Soto is expected to remain one of the league’s top hitters for many seasons, helping the Mets potentially compete for the World Series for years to come.
Soto’s signing comes after an intense bidding war that included teams like the Yankees, Mets, Dodgers, Red Sox, and Blue Jays. Many expected Soto’s contract to top $500 million, but the Mets went all in, securing the superstar for their roster.
Opinions on the deal vary. Brennan Nitche criticized the move, saying, “He was more worried about money than the game itself.” Meanwhile, 8th-grade teacher and Mets fan Mr. McMorrow said, “I definitely think he was interested in making the most money, but also felt like he could win a World Series with the Mets.”
Soto now faces the challenge of playing under the pressure of New York fans again—though this time in Queens instead of the Bronx. Will he deliver for the Mets and bring them the championship they’ve been waiting for?
For now, the Mets have acquired one of the most talented young players in baseball, and the team’s future looks brighter than ever. Fans are eager to see if Soto can live up to the hype and help lead the Mets to glory.