Juan Soto Signs Historic Deal with Mets

Juan Soto has signed a historic $765 million contract with the New York Mets, marking the largest deal in professional sports history. This signing, which involved a lavish personal pitch from Mets owner Steve Cohen at his Beverly Hills mansion, sets a high benchmark for player salaries in Major League Baseball. Meanwhile, the Chicago Cubs have confirmed they are not pursuing Soto and are focused on maintaining their payroll under the luxury tax threshold. The Cubs have made several roster moves ahead of the Winter Meetings, including non-tendering players and agreeing to contracts with arbitration-eligible players. As the Winter Meetings commence, other teams that vied for Soto's signature must now regroup and seek alternative options in free agency. The Mets, having secured Soto, are expected to continue strengthening their lineup and pitching staff in the coming days.