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The Orioles signed veteran outfielder Tommy Pham to a minor-league deal that includes an early June opt-out if he isn’t added to the active roster, aiming to bolster outfield depth amid injuries and roster churn; Pham, 38, has a lengthy, journeyman career and would earn a path back to the majors if he performs well in the minors.
Juan Soto has signed a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, surpassing Shohei Ohtani's previous MLB record. The deal includes no deferred money, a $75 million signing bonus, and an opt-out clause after the 2029 season, which could increase the contract's value to $805 million if the Mets choose to override it. Soto's contract also features incentives for MVP awards and a full no-trade clause, allowing him to control any potential future trades.
Juan Soto has signed a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, making it the largest in MLB history. The deal includes no deferred money and features an opt-out clause after the 2029 season, allowing Soto to potentially increase the contract's value to $805 million if the Mets choose to override the opt-out. Soto also receives a $75 million signing bonus, adding to the contract's lucrative terms.
Juan Soto has signed a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, making it the largest in MLB history. The deal includes no deferred money, a $75 million signing bonus, and an opt-out clause after the 2029 season. This structure allows Soto to potentially renegotiate or seek a better deal in the future, while the Mets can counter the opt-out by increasing his average annual value. The contract's timing aligns with the upcoming MLB Collective Bargaining Agreement, which could impact future negotiations.
Shohei Ohtani's contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers includes an opt-out clause that allows him to leave the team if Mark Walter is no longer the controlling owner or Andrew Friedman is not the president of baseball operations. If Ohtani exercises the clause, he would forfeit the deferred money in the contract. The contract also includes a full no-trade clause, various amenities, and a pledge to donate to the Dodgers' charity. Ohtani's heavily-deferred 10-year, $700 million contract was reportedly discussed with other teams as well. Ohtani has already begun working with the Dodgers and has broken Fanatics' record for highest jersey sales within the first 48 hours of release.
Shohei Ohtani's $700 million, 10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers includes an opt-out clause that allows him to terminate the deal if either the controlling owner, Mark Walter, or the president of baseball operations, Andrew Friedman, are no longer with the team. The contract, which is still in the form of a letter of agreement, defers 97% of the money without interest and will not be fully paid until 2043. Ohtani will be officially introduced by the Dodgers on Thursday.
The Pittsburgh Pirates and outfielder Bryan Reynolds have reportedly agreed on an eight-year contract worth $106.75 million, but the sticking point is Reynolds' desire for an opt-out clause after the fourth year. The Pirates should give it to him, as it would only guarantee them one more year of control than they already have. Reynolds is willing to backload the deal, but won't opt out unless he knows he can get more elsewhere. The opt-out sheds Reynolds' risk, and cutting into even one year of his free agency seems a victory for the Pirates. Reynolds gave back a lot of money, and what he wants is reasonable.