Part 6/7:
The Final Showdown
As the dust begins to settle in this complex negotiation, the implications are clear: bidding wars can lead to astronomical contracts, but they also risk losing sight of fiscal responsibility. Should a scenario arise where Soto signs for a jaw-dropping $750 million, it might be a moment of celebration for some—punctuated by the recognition that Steve Cohen and others might not have pursued the negotiation with the steadfastness needed.