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The debate begins with the assertion that Hal Steinbrenner, owner of the Yankees, needs to retain Juan Soto more than Steve Cohen, the Mets' owner, needs to sign him. The perspective hinges on the implications of losing Soto: for the Yankees, he represents a crucial piece of a team struggling with deficiencies in several facets of the game. Without a better overall performance, the Yankees might find it less acceptable to lose a star talent like Soto, especially since they acquired him to bolster their World Series chances.