Soto even demanded the cost of his mother's clothing The media, the Yankees, and the decisive reason why the Mets did everything
Dec 16, 2024
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On the 9th (Korean time) when the news broke that Soto had agreed to a 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, the Yankees refused to use the "suite" rights, which led to detailed testimony and reports on the situation.
According to New York Daily News reporter Bill Madden on the 16th, the last time Soto and Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner negotiated was a few days before the contract with the Mets was announced. Steinbrenner invited Soto and his family to negotiate for dinner.
The final condition for the Yankees was 760 million dollars for 16 years. There is not a single penny, and the Sinning Bonus is set at $60 million. Steinbrenner and general manager Brian Cashman said they thought the contract was made at the meal at the time.
However, as the meal was ending, the atmosphere changed dramatically. After finishing the meal, Soto's mother, Belkis Pacheco, asked to provide a Yankee Stadium suite for 15 years.
Journalist Madden said of the situation at the time, "'At this time Steinbrenner said something to this effect. 'We give you $760 million. Then, can't you afford to buy a suite ticket? We don't offer Yankee Stadium suites ($600,000 to $1 million).
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It was the moment when Soto and the Yankees broke the tentatively agreed contract.
On the other hand, Mets owner Steve Cohen promised to provide not only Citi Field's suite but also 22 'Delta Club' seats. In addition, Soto and his family are said to receive security services provided by the Mets.
Specific details were also delivered.
Journalist Maddon said 'It is not exactly confirmed, but the provision of services for families stipulated in the contract includes the use of chartered flights during away games and the cost of clothing for mothers' This means that the Mets have given Soto almost every convenience for his family if he plays.
In response, Yankees fan media Essential Leports reported that `When these provisions are converted into costs, Soto's average annual salary is close to $55 million instead of $51 million.' `Reporter Madden described it as an "obscene" and wrote that a player who is good at one thing has come to dominate the future of the team.'
In other words, Soto is only good at hitting, but defense and baserunning are below the league average.
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Journalist Maddon predicted 'Juan Soto will play only as a designated hitter before even half of his contract period is over.'
The Mets invited about 30 people, including his family and acquaintances, to the Soto joining ceremony held at Citi Field on the 13th. There must have been a request from Soto.
jhno@sportschosun.com
