In a groundbreaking move, the New York Mets have secured superstar outfielder Juan Soto with a record-setting 15-year, $765 million contract, marking the largest deal in professional sports history.
This monumental agreement includes a $75 million signing bonus and offers Soto the option to opt out after the 2029 season if certain financial conditions are not met.
At just 26 years old, Soto’s exceptional talent and youth made him the most coveted free agent this offseason. His decision to join the Mets over the New York Yankees—who reportedly offered $760 million over 16 years—signals a significant shift in New York’s baseball hierarchy.
Mets owner Steve Cohen’s aggressive pursuit of Soto underscores his commitment to transforming the franchise into a perennial powerhouse. By pairing Soto with Francisco Lindor, Cohen has invested over a billion dollars in two of baseball’s brightest stars, aiming to end the Mets’ championship drought.
Soto’s contract also includes a full no-trade clause, providing both security and flexibility for the player.
This monumental signing not only elevates the Mets’ status but also intensifies the rivalry with the Yankees, who now face the challenge of filling the void left by Soto’s departure. As the Mets set their sights on a World Series title, the baseball landscape in New York—and across the league—has been irrevocably altered.