Juan Soto confirms he had no discussions with Yankees players during free agency, focusing instead on his new deal with the Mets.
New York: Juan Soto was officially introduced as a New York Mets player at Citi Field after signing a jaw-dropping 15-year, $765 million contract.
Yankees fans are still reeling from the news that Soto didn’t stick around after a solid season with the team. He played alongside stars like Aaron Judge and Gerrit Cole, but once the season wrapped up, it was all business for Soto.
When asked if he chatted with his former teammates during free agency, Soto said there was no communication at all. “I haven’t talked to any of those guys,” he mentioned, adding that they only spoke during the playoffs.
Fans and media are curious about why Soto chose the Mets over the Yankees, especially since the Yankees didn’t offer perks like a ballpark suite that the Mets did. It makes you wonder if there was enough team spirit to make him want to return.
After the press conference, Soto took a moment to thank Yankees fans for their unwavering support. “I just want to say thank you to them,” he said. “They really showed me all the love.”
He expressed that Yankees fans hold a special place in his heart, which is sweet to hear.
Soto, sitting next to Mets owner Steve Cohen and other executives, shared how he admired the Mets’ moves from afar. He was impressed by their efforts to build a winning team, including big signings like Francisco Lindor and Max Scherzer.
“They have shown all of the ability to keep winning,” Soto said, donning his new Mets cap and jersey.
He also mentioned that the Mets’ vision for the future really caught his attention. “That’s what opened my eyes,” he said, highlighting their hunger for a championship.
Cohen echoed Soto’s excitement, stating his goal was to change how people view the Mets. “We’re always in a constant state of improvement,” he added.
It seems like Soto was really impressed by Cohen and the Mets’ plans, which is a good sign for their future together.
With this record-breaking contract, Soto is making waves in the baseball world, and it’s clear he’s ready to make an impact with the Mets.