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Sports Has a New Salary King: Juan Soto Signs $765 Million Deal With the Mets.

Authors :
Diamond, Jared
Source :
Wall Street Journal - Online Edition. 12/9/2024, pN.PAG-N.PAG. 1p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Juan Soto, a 26-year-old baseball player, signed a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million deal with the New York Mets, surpassing all previous sports contracts. Despite not being considered the best player in the major leagues, Soto's exceptional hitting abilities and young age made him a highly sought-after free agent. The Mets outbid the Yankees for Soto's services, solidifying their position as a premier destination for baseball stars. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Wall Street Journal - Online Edition
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
181498289