The Race for the Most Valuable Free Agent in Sports History.

Juan Soto, a highly sought-after free agent in baseball, is on the market for the first time in his career, with the Mets and Yankees showing strong interest. Soto, at 26, is looking to set a new financial standard for athletes in American professional sports, rejecting a $440 million contract extension in 2022 to bet on himself. With his exceptional talent and young age, Soto is expected to command a record-breaking contract, potentially surpassing $700 million, with multiple teams vying for his services. The Yankees and Mets are top contenders, but other teams like the Dodgers, Phillies, Blue Jays, Giants, and Nationals are also expected to join the bidding war. [Extracted from the article]