Juan Soto's Historic Contract Shifts Mets' World Series Odds
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Juan Soto has signed a record-breaking $765 million contract with the New York Mets, potentially reaching $800 million, making it the largest in professional sports history. This 15-year deal, with no deferrals, includes a $75 million signing bonus and $51 million annually, surpassing previous MLB records held by Shohei Ohtani and others. Soto's contract marks a new era in baseball contracts, significantly exceeding the earnings of past MLB stars and setting a new benchmark for player salaries.
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