Why Juan Soto Chose the Mets

[@PaulHartXYZ]

Also, Juan Soto has three close friends on the Mets who have worked out with him in the off season… Lindor, Alvarez and Marte. A feeling of brotherhood, familia, and camaraderie is VERY important to Juan

[@paulwidit3792]

Nah it was all money lets be real😂

[@jasonnorris5298]

STARLING MARTE. ! ! !

[@dashx1103]

Wait ... Familia is coming back? Whaaaaaat?

[@ddsara6566]

Why didn’t Soto take less money for familia? Is it a coincidence he took the highest offer?

[@donnyboyo32]

30 seconds and I'm already viewing Jesus Christ, Mets up pod goes so hard

[@dashx1103]

The Mets were also interested in signing Jesus Christ, but would not go beyond five years or $500 million.

[@WillieDeutsch]

I am just a Mets fan. I watch other sports but don't really follow them closely or are invested. My top sports moments that I remember losing my mind over and can tell you all about where I was. - Endy Chavez catch. - Mets clinch the pennant against the Cubs in 15. - Lindor extension. - Alonso homer against the Brewers. - Soto signing.

[@MaddMan621]

TIA ALEX GETS WHAT TIA ALEX WANTS 🗣️

[@PattiInNYC]

You two are great! Enjoy and celebrate.

[@wallacemusic160]

That drunk podcast was awesome . Ya should do more shows like that if ya liver can handle it lol

[@MetsdUp]

Hahaha we save it for very, very special occasions

[@shaunmartinell5825]

METS ARE THE FUTURE! FACTS.

[@joselopezmoya9786]

Next step that STEARNS has to take: Re-sign ALONSO and MANAEA, trade for GARRET CROCHET who's young, has electric stuff, has twoyrs left on his contract and is a big upgrade on the starting staff. Too bad that STEARNS will not go after BURNES, TANNER SCOTT or JEFF HOFFMAN because of his MINI MARKET/MONEY BALL PHILOSOPHY unless COHEN steps in like he did for SOTO.

[@mattfortmuller5]

let’s gooooo boyssss

[@An_Arctic_Tern]

I really don’t want Burns. And I agree that Manea 4 -100 is risky. I’d much prefer the Castillo, if Manea signs for a bit less, or another risky mid tier and go bring Alonso back.

[@AaronManning-z3f]

And thank you both for the Mets up sticker I met you both in Murphys bar your were both super nice too me even though it was super crowded love you guys continued success too you both

[@matthewking7960]

What’s crazy is the Mets will still met

[@MetsdUp]

Would that be like dropping a pop up in the World Series and not covering first base

[@TheMETSMETS]

@@MetsdUp😂

[@dashx1103]

You mean they'll still be good and compete for league championships? Agree. No doubt.

[@DemoTrucking]

If Soto is Miguel Cabrera at the end, I'm fine with him as a DH in 2038😂😂😂

[@AaronManning-z3f]

Let’s go guys great podcast as always love you guys we own New York never thought I’d see the day of the yankees going down hill I love it

[@kingmg9334]

If we have draft picks on the line with our spending why don’t we defer money?

[@dashx1103]

Pay what is necessary for Pete. His bat, behind Lindor and Soto, is important. Go hard after Sasaki, though I think that is a huge longshot. Otherwise, sign some solid pitching arms, ones that fit with Stearns' approach ... MANAEA, Buehler, etc. And add to the bullpen. If those things happen, I love this team heading into '25. My downer scenario is: 1) that the Mets don't add to the offense beyond Soto, reducing what should have been a huge offensive boost to merely a solid upgrade; 2) the Mets don't sign legit starting pitching options, and instead rely on Megill and Blackburn to fill the void; and 3) that the Mets just cheap out on the bullpen options. I have faith in Stearns, so I'm more than willing to wait and see. But there is definitely work to be done.

[@mattfortmuller5]

The fucking cope from Yankees fans and everyone else for that matter is hilarious. You’d think Soto is a bum the way they talking about him now

[@Floww23]

The funny thing is he actually plays outfield ohtani is a DH he doesn’t pitch or field anymore plus Soto shows up when it matters in the playoffs judge and ohtani not so much 😂😂

[@everythingkyros1588]

​@@Floww23 I'm out here supporting the Soto signing and u are bashing Ohtani as if he didn't injure his shoulder. Don't worry he'll be back pitching next season, way more deserving of a 700 million contract.

[@dashx1103]

@@everythingkyros1588 Yeah. Ohtani is the man. No doubt. Nobody can downplay what Ohtani is. He's the best player in baseball, and he's a historically great player. That said: Soto is a generationally great hitter, and the Mets getting him at 26 is a huge deal. Anyone trying to dump on the Mets landing Soto because he isn't Ohtani is barking up the stupid tree.

[@everythingkyros1588]

@@dashx1103 no doubt. Soto is a statement signing. But that Floww guy bashing Ohtani doesnt make sense. As a Dodgers fan, I love that Soto signed with the Mets and no doubt he is a generational hitter.

[@everythingkyros1588]

@@dashx1103 You have to admit, it is an overpay given the clauses of the contract, it could reach 800 million plus. Its an overpay for a player that has only one exceptional skillset, generational they may be. Does it matter at the end of the day? No, The Mets got their guy. No matter the overpay, they made a statement, and thats what matters.

[@Floww23]

Soto shows up in the playoffs clutch player cold blooded Ohtani And Judge not so much he’s worth more period it’s all about the chips at the end of the day

[@JenniferClark24]

Congrats to the Mets and their fans.

[@petelappin1131]

You guys weren't the only ones who looked rough. Connor looked a little red eyed on his and Joe's pod yesterday. His hair wasn't perfect either.

[@trumanquinn]

Judge at home working on pop-ups

[@elijahheredia5638]

plot twist Adrian negotiated the deal not steve or stearns it was always Adrian behind the scenes

[@christian37837]

New York baseball has a bright future (Yes, Yankees and Mets)

[@3rdFloor]

We can lose these international signing pool picks if we keep making slick moves like trading for Ocuna who’s suddenly a much more valuable asset this year than he was last year. I think the power of Stearns is in the subtle signings & trades he does but also on how he receives assets with slick moves as well. We may sign a guy for 2 years that seems like we’re on win now mode only to use him as a trade asset in a year or 2. In Stearns We Trust

[@lennyo9699]

Hank shouldn't pursue Alonso, to return the favor Steve gave him, to not pursue Judge! Else it's game on, from now on.

[@Joshdrew352]

Its hilarious seeing every other team fan complain then try to say that he's not worth it. They wouldn't be saying that if their team got him! LFGM!

[@petelappin1131]

The White Sox want position players. The Phillies don't have enough position prospects. Painter won’t do it unless Getz is lying.

[@liambushey8525]

Run continues

[@recommended1782]

It would be so funny if mets didn't make the playoff the moment they started to spend again

[@nickvelletri4555]

The money. Saved myself 31 minutes and 16 seconds

[@danielwilhelm8870]

The "Yankee way" is just simply outdated. You can't offer 3/4 of a billionaire dollars then pause on something as trivial as a suite. Whether or not this played a major role is irrelevant. At the very least it left a stain on the offer and a very telling insight into what type of atmosphere he would have spent the rest of his career in. There's no question regarding the greatness with the history and past of the Yankees franchise, but you can't let that history and past dictate and jeopardize the future of your franchise, which is exactly what Steinbrenner did when he balked at the proposal of including a suite into the offer.

[@cleanslate2004]

I'm a Yankee fan & I would've picked the Mets at this point. Boone is a sweet guy, but a horrible manager. Judge is a remarkable talent, also a sweet guy, but collapses in the post season. Thirdly; they're fundimentally horrible. 4th; they're hair policy is archaic & does nothing for their quality of play. All of this should be addressed by Hal after being embarrassed year after year for much too long.

[@petenieto1575]

I think I trust Adrian Mendoza more than I trust Andy Martino

[@3rdFloor]

I hope Butto suprises us. If he cracks the rotation and can put up. … 3.50 ERA, and keep his WHIP anywhere near what he had this year … That’s a high level mid rotation guy without having to spend the money. I’m more excited about Butto than Blackburn and no one is talking about a healthy Senga. If he’s back to himself our rotation is easily better this year. We def need one more frontend starter & maybe another backend starter just to go in loaded up. These pitchers get hurt too often & with Christian Scott recovering this year we have less to pull from in the minors that are major league ready

[@dashx1103]

I won't be surprised if Butto is in the rotation, and I won't be surprised if he does well. My concern with Butto is that if he is a rotation piece, what do the Mets do to fill out the bullpen. That is a huge question.

[@3rdFloor]

@ if Butto is a rotational piece then it’s a better problem to have because he wasn’t good without 3-4 days rest because he’s on a starters routine still. That was the problem last year … he was really bad with less than 3 days rest. Might as well have him as a starter and fill out the bullpen with guys we know can handle the schedule. Stearns needs to Stearns on this issue cause I’m with you. Bullpen concerns me

[@dashx1103]

@@3rdFloor I think Butto is almost an X factor for the Mets moving forward. He was relegated to the bullpen out of need last season, and he did well for the most part. That said, he was believed within the organization to be a starter. And I think that is his best course moving forward. Do I expect him to be an "ace?" No, I don't. Do I think he can be a really good mid-rotation guy? Absolutely. And guys like that are so valuable. It won't surprise me in the least if Butto slots in at #4 or #5 next season and pitches great. He's a guy that is easy to overlook, but he showed me a lot last year with regard to the evolution of his "stuff," and I really like him as a starter moving forward.

[@3rdFloor]

@ well .. let’s just hope he fills in and becomes a quality starter. That would change the dynamic of this team if he does. Even if he’s a dependable 4-5

[@dashx1103]

@@3rdFloor Exactly. He's the kind of kind of guy that comes up from the minors and really fills a need ... something we having seen too much from Mets pitching prospects lately. He could be a real boost to the Mets in '25. Just ably manning one of the rotation spots would do so much to further the overall goals of the team. And I certainly like what he brings to the table. When he struggled out of the pen, which he did on occasion, it seemed like it was a "comfort level" thing ... that he just wasn't used to pitching on consecutive days or pitching twice in five days ... that kind of thing. I would like to see the Mets just bring Butto into spring and tell him "you are a starter, go show us what you have." If things work out in a way in which he is just a better asset in the bullpen ... so be it. But I really believe he could be a more than solid #4 type starter for years to come. And that is super valuable to have in house.

[@andrewspagnolo4816]

Can Gilbert be our Centerfielder? If not, LF & RF are locked up going forward so wouldnt Gilbert be inevitable to be traded?

[@dashx1103]

From what I've read and heard, I think he could be a CF, but I think a corner spot is more likely for him. I think Jett and Acuna are the main potential CF prospects. I guess we'll see moving forward.

[@trumanquinn]

Dude if we get Crochet and Pete Yikes!

[@dashx1103]

Scratch Crochet off the list.

[@3rdFloor]

I don’t know man. Manaea showed he can pitch IN NY and on a big stage IN NY. That performance vs Phillies and even his game 2 perfornance when he clearly had nothing in the tank at the end of the year is massive. Manaea might be worth it and in year 2 & 3 in our system .. he might outperform 25 a year. If he’s the guy he showed in the 2nd half he’s worth more than what people are offering. So it might be deal. Mets would know more than anybody if he’s that guy. Not everyone can pitch in NY

[@luisdiego22002]

The “Yankee way” is dangerously arrogant.

[@sageg58]

Can we get a sasaki episode

[@MetsdUp]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaC4YqF6r8yonpYsi=txQ_Qvulb3u2YUbR From last month! Will update probably today but all of this still holds true

[@ddsara6566]

Three reasons Soto chose the Mets. 1. Money, 2. A lot of money, 3. More money than anyone else. The rest is all horsesh*t.

[@johnnycage1057]

But you have done just that when the dodgers went out sign Freddi Freeman Shohei Ohtani Yosji Yamamoto

[@humblelife6471]

Hey Mets Ya have another Jason Bay and a cespedes lol

[@dashx1103]

LOL. Yeah, sure. Comparing a generationally great hitter, at age 26, to the acquisitions of Bay and Cespedes. Delusional. That said, Cespedes did help carry the Mets to the World Series. So, there is that.

[@LoSoNBanks22]

I rather let Pete walk, unless it’s a 3 yr high av deal with a 1 yr opt out. I want a shot at Vlad jr next yr

[@petelappin1131]

I thought that too, then I looked at the post-season numbers. Rather re-sign Pete

[@dashx1103]

Part of it is that I want the Mets to compete now. And replacing Pete's bat isn't that easy.

[@petercullen2196]

A jilted acquisition for the Yanks. Max Fried?????

[@dashx1103]

Fried is a good pitcher, and that is a strong pickup for the Yankees.

[@David-cr3pt]

Why he chose the Mets? 🤣🤣 Money 💰It clearly wasn’t because he cares about winning!

[@dashx1103]

I don't know about that. The money was close, and the reporting indicates that the Yanks were willing to discuss a matching offer, but Soto decided the Mets were his destination. It is what it is. And it really isn't the case that one can say "he doesn't care about winning." He went to a team that swept the Yankees last year, and objectively performed better against the eventual champs in the playoffs than the Yankees did. He knew he could "win" with either team. Pretending that the Mets don't have that potential is just, .. well, it is dumb. There is every reason to believe the Yanks will be contenders. There is also every reason to believe the Mets will be that too.

[@DemoTrucking]

Bieber

[@neorock6135]

*Yankee fans are some of the biggest hypocrites* Where were the "loyalty" concerns or "players solely caring about money" speak when the Yanks overpaid for other team's home grown star players for multiple decades. Now when he shoe is on the other 🦶🏻, Soto was not "loyal" or "only cares about the 💰"?? 🤣😂He was a Yankee for ONE yr, he doesn't owe he Yankee fans anything. FOH

[@petercullen2196]

Max Fried is now a Yankee for 8 years (through his 38th year) at 27.25 per year. WOW! They have a pitching staff signed for a long-long time. Five years from now their pitching staff will be over 35 years old. Good luck with that.

[@LoSoNBanks22]

Crochett Valdez Bobby miller Luzardo Sasaki Names above to getv

[@humblelife6471]

So what the Mets gonna say now like every year, ya gonna win the World Series than hit rock bottom after 3 months of the season. Ya bums

[@dashx1103]

Uh ... what? Was that a sentence?