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As analysts began to dissect the situation, a glaring question emerged: Did the Red Sox truly make a credible offer? Commentators debated whether they genuinely believed Boras and Soto would take their bid seriously or if there was an underlying notion that they were merely testing the waters without full intent to follow through.
The tension between perceived ambition and practical reality laid bare the growing chasm between the Red Sox and their competitors. The Mets’ seeming disregard for traditional recruitment tactics and their heavy financial investment speaks volumes. Boston's attempt to engage in “serious” negotiations without a genuine subsequent offer to match other teams’ ambitions proved disastrous.