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In this negotiation, as in many others, the undercurrent became a reminder that “money matters.” It’s a stark reality often masked by the glamour of high-profile signings and the allure of a franchise’s past. For the Red Sox, who reportedly offered $700 million—the highest in their history—it wasn’t enough. They were outbid by the Yankees, ultimately losing Soto to the Mets, who offered a staggering $765 million.