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With the potential for Soto's lucrative deal, the conversation turned to the implications of long-term contracts. Curry noted the risk that comes with handing out gigantic deals, pointing to historical trends where long contracts have often backfired on teams. Long-term contracts can indeed become problematic if a player's performance declines, which can agitate fans who see their team's financial commitments failing to yield success.
The discussion highlighted that while some contracts may age poorly, the immediate impact of signing a star player like Soto could bring vital wins and excitement to the fan base, potentially overshadowing any later consequences.