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The response from various teams indicates a ripple effect throughout the MLB landscape. Currently, negotiations for Soto seem to have paused the larger market, as other players and teams await the resolution of his situation. The eventual outcome of Soto's contract could greatly influence the valuation and movements of the next tier of free agents.
K highlighted that teams are increasingly perfidious, often delaying contracts for young superstars to maximize the duration before they hit free agency. For the Mets, integrating Soto into their lineup could shift their focus from merely acquiring the best talent to also proactively planning pitching acquisitions and trades.