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If the Mets were to go through with this reported offer, the repercussions on their payroll would be considerable. With Soto expected to command an average annual salary in the ballpark of $47 million, the Mets would need to strategically navigate their payroll obligations, including existing commitments to players like Francisco Lindor and Brandon Nimmo. The potential contract presents a dual challenge: not only do the Mets need to contend with the luxury tax, but they also need to address other roster needs without compromising their financial flexibility.