The most notable move in Major League Baseball this offseason occurred when star free agent Juan Soto left the New York Yankees to sign with the New York Mets in a blockbuster deal.
Soto agreed to a 15-year, $765 million contract, keeping him in New York but shifting from the American League to the National League. His first year with the Yankees in 2024 saw him lead their offense to the playoffs, where they ultimately fell in the World Series.
Following his move to the Mets, Soto made headlines with some surprising remarks about his former teammates. According to Yankees Videos on X, Soto revealed that he hasn’t spoken to any of his former Yankees teammates since the conclusion of the World Series.
This statement stirred reactions from MLB fans, who took to social media to voice their opinions. Many fans seemed offended by his comment and questioned his character despite his impressive numbers—.288 batting average, 41 home runs, 109 RBIs, and a .989 OPS during his first year with the Yankees.
While Soto brings an elite offensive presence to the Mets for the next 15 years, fan responses to his comments and his massive contract have sparked plenty of debate. Regardless of opinions, the first meeting between the Yankees and Mets in 2025 promises to be one of the most anticipated matchups in recent memory.
