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A critical question arises regarding how Soto's potential contract could surpass those of other leading players, especially given that Bryce Harper and Manny Machado signed for $350 million, while Soto might aim for over $500 million. Morosi explains that year-over-year inflation in baseball contracts is driving this shift. Soto, being significantly younger than Harper and Machado at the time of their contracts, represents a long-term investment. Therefore, projecting an average annual value (AAV) based on existing contracts highlights Soto's unique market position.