Juan Soto signing with Mets on 15-year, $765 million contract

With one free agent acquisition, the Mets announced their new status among baseball powers, stole from their neighborhood nemesis, and changed the New York sports landscape. Steve Cohen's Mets signed Juan Soto to a 15-year contract worth $765 million. Soto joins National League MVP runner-up Francisco Lindor in surprising the team in 2024 and will […]
Mets roasted by ‘SNL’ cast in hilarious Juan Soto free agency skit

Juan Soto's free agency has grabbed headlines across the country this MLB offseason, and the Saturday Night Live staff was having fun with it, considering both teams in New York are in the midst of negotiations. The result was an offense that ignored the New York Mets' style. Dana Carvey reprized her role as the […]
Juan Soto decision mocked by ‘SNL’ — including a dig at the Mets

Juan Soto's decision to become an MLB free agent was so anticipated that a cold opening on “Saturday Night Live” included the Mets' customary bargain. With the Yankees and Mets pursuing the superstar outfielder with offers exceeding $700 million, and the sports world keeping an eye on where the 26-year-old will sign, “SNL” revealed the […]
Mets head into Winter Meetings with issues outside Juan Soto hunt

Where will Juan Soto go? The issue started circulating long before last season ended, and it's still not resolved as MLB's biggest offseason event, the Winter Meetings, approaches. Soto's answer relates directly to the Mets, whose offseason will largely be determined by the All-Star outfielder's decisions. Industry sources say Soto's market includes the Mets, Yankees, […]
Yankees, Mets up Juan Soto bids north of $700 million

DALLAS — Both the Yankees and Mets remain heavily involved in the five-team Juan Soto Derby, with both clubs recently raising their offers to the $710 million to $730 million range (MLB record territory) It is believed that the sweepstakes will reach its historic conclusion within a day or two. Both teams in New York […]
Clay Holmes leaving Yankees for Mets on three-year, $38 million contract

The Mets acquired a free agent from the Yankees on Friday, but the player was not acquired. While the baseball world still awaits a decision on where Juan Soto will play (likely for the next 12-15 seasons), the Mets have traded Clay Holmes worth $38 million pending his physical, as first reported. signed a three-year […]
Frankie Montas ready for chance to be Mets’ latest pitching success

Frankie Montas has been in communication with two members of the Mets' pitching staff since last season after teams began showing interest in him as a free agent. Montas said Sean Manaea and Luis Severino provided a strong review of the organization and potential improvements under the guidance of the Mets staff. “The way they […]
Carlos Mendoza’s son may have revealed Mets’ $700 million Juan Soto offer

There may be some truth to it, and the latest Juan Soto rumor definitely had some influence. The Twitter post by @omzy__ was tied to a TikTok comment on an account believed to be run by one of Mets manager Carlos Mendoza's sons that claimed the Mets had offered Soto a 15-year, $700 million offer. […]
The Mets are getting calls about Brett Baty. Is a move near?

Teams are asking about Brett Batty this winter. The Mets aren't in a hurry to trade the third baseman, but outside interest is understandable given Batty's potential development and what the team's roster will look like by spring training. The dominoes will soon start falling, starting with Juan Soto making a decision (likely within the […]
Yankees losing ground in free-agency battle with Mets, Red Sox

Gambling Content 21+. When you sign up through our links, the New York Post may receive an affiliate commission. Please read our editorial standards for more information. Juan Soto's free agency is expected to finally materialize as five teams prepare to make final bids, with the prospect opening his checkbook to acquire the 26-year-old star. […]