Juan Soto is the Richest Athlete in Sports History, Signs Record-Breaking 15-Year Deal with New York Mets
The New York Mets have made their record-breaking 15-year deal with Juan Soto official, reportedly worth $765 million. The star player was previously a member of the New York Yankees, but the team’s reluctance to grant him a suite at Yankee Stadium and provide him with a specific uniform number drove him to sign with the Mets instead.
According to reports, the Mets have indeed granted Soto a suite at Citi Field, along with four premium seats for home games and security for him and his family, both at home and on the road. Additionally, Soto’s uniform number, 22, will be a part of his contract, which is the same number he wore while playing for the Nationals, Padres, and Yankees.
The deal is a significant blow to the Yankees, who reportedly offered Soto a 16-year, $760 million deal. However, the team’s reluctance to give him a suite at Yankee Stadium was a major factor in his decision to leave. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman stated that the team’s comfort level was not met by the offer, and that some high-end players who make a lot of money for the team are expected to buy their own suites.
Soto, who finished third in the 2024 AL MVP voting, will now join the Mets and attempt to win his first World Series title with the team. Despite the drama surrounding his departure from the Yankees, Soto’s financial gain is likely to be the largest in sports history, cementing his status as one of the highest-paid athletes of all time.
