Mets make Juan Soto deal official, set introductory news conference for Thursday at Citi Field
Juan Soto works out at Dodger Stadium prior to the start of the World Series between the Yankees and Dodgers on Oct. 24, 2024 in Los Angeles. Credit: Newsday/Thomas A. Ferrara
DALLAS — Christmas is coming early in Queens.
The Mets will hold a news conference at 3 p.m. on Thursday at Citi Field to introduce Juan Soto, whose 15-year, $765 million contract they made official Wednesday after he passed his physical.
Soto’s signing represents one of the most significant acquisitions in the history of the franchise, in addition to the largest financial guarantee in North American professional sports.
“This is a seminal moment in franchise history,” owners Steve and Alex Cohen said a news release. “Juan Soto is a generational talent. He is not only bringing staggering historical statistics with him but also a championship pedigree.”
President of baseball operations David Stearns said in a statement: “Not only does Juan provide historic levels of on-field production, but his joy, intensity, and passion for the game mirror our budding culture. We are thrilled to add him to our team and look forward to watching his excellence for years to come.”
Tim Healey is the Mets beat writer for Newsday. Born on Long Island and raised in Connecticut, Tim has previously worked for the South Florida Sun Sentinel, the Boston Globe and MLB.com. He is also the author of “Hometown Hardball,” a book about minor league baseball in the northeast.
