Juan Soto thanks Yankees fans while being introduced as newest Mets star: ‘They have a spot in my heart’
Juan Soto was all smiles as he wore the latest pinstripes in New York. The New York Mets' newest superstar was introduced to the media and expressed his excitement about the team's future, World Series aspirations, and more. But while Mets fans are overjoyed by the $765 million man, New York Yankees fans remain bitter, […]
Mets’ Juan Soto reveals he hasn’t talked to any of his former Yankees teammates since World Series loss
The New York Mets outbid the New York Yankees on Thursday to acquire new superstar Juan Soto. During the introductory press conference, a reporter asked if Soto had talked with his former Yankees teammates throughout the free agency process. “I haven't talked to any of those players. I talked to them until the end of […]
What White Sox wanted from Mets in Garrett Crochet trade talks
Acquiring Garrett Crochet would mean the Mets would lose a top pitching prospect. The White Sox requested the following four prospects from the Mets. MLB.com's 40th overall pick By Brandon Sproat, The Post's Mike Puma reports. Chicago instead sent left-handed ace Crochet to the Red Sox for a four-man prospect package headlined by catcher Kyle […]
Juan Soto reveals why he chose Mets in first comments after rejecting Yankees
Juan Soto liked the view across town. At Thursday's press conference, Soto explained why he decided to leave the Yankees for the Mets this offseason. “The Mets are a great organization, and what they've done over the last few games is one of the most important things, showing their ability to grow a team and […]
Juan Soto’s huge Mets contract comes with slew of unusual perks
Details of Juan Soto's contract have been obtained, including a historic annual salary of over $765 million, plus an escalator of $805 million, opt-out after 5 years, no trades, and bonuses (starting salary of $500,000). ), etc. have been revealed. $1 million per MVP and subsequent MVPs), and rare perks abound. The contract was the […]
Breaking down Juan Soto’s historic $765 million Mets contract
DALLAS — Juan Soto's addition to the Mets will be celebrated by the Mets with a press conference Thursday afternoon at Citi Field. The outfielder passed a medical exam on Wednesday, making official the record-setting 15-year contract he agreed to over the weekend, worth $765 million. “This is a landmark moment in franchise history,” team […]
Juan Soto’s record-breaking Mets contract includes specific uniform number request, among others: report
Juan Soto is the richest athlete in sports history. But $765 million was clearly not enough for the newest New York Met. Soto and the Mets officially signed a record-breaking 15-year contract on Wednesday. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Juan Soto of the New York Yankees runs the bases after hitting a […]
Mets meeting with Nick Pivetta after Juan Soto splurge
A former National League East rival is attracting the Mets' attention. The Mets were scheduled to meet with former Red Sox and Phillies right-handed starter Nick Pivetta's agent on Wednesday, the newspaper's Jon Heyman exclusively reported. With Juan Soto secured on a 15-year, $765 million contract, the Mets lose Luis Severino to the Athletics and […]
Mets free agent target Nathan Eovaldi returns to Rangers on three-year deal
Nathan Eovaldi is staying in Texas. The veteran right-hander signed a three-year, $75 million contract to return to the Rangers on Tuesday night, the Post's Joel Sherman confirmed. Eovaldi, 34, was one of the top arms on the free agent market. The Mets reportedly expressed interest in the two-time All-Star before re-signing with the Rangers. […]
Clay Holmes’ interest in being a starter led him to sign with Mets
DALLAS — For years, Clay Holmes wanted a chance to return to his roots as a starting pitcher. The Mets were ready to provide that opportunity. On Tuesday, a day after the right-hander's signing of a three-year contract worth $38 million became official, President of Baseball Operations David Stearns said he had spoken with Holmes' […]