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Another salient point raised was the delicate nature of addressing Soto's staggering contract. At $765 million, he is set to become the highest-paid athlete in sports history. Despite this immense financial weight, Soto chose to downplay the monetary aspects during his conversation, emphasizing family and personal growth instead. The hosts discussed how discussing money can seem "tacky" and ultimately detracts from larger personal narratives athletes want to share. They concurred that it was likely more beneficial for Soto to focus on legacy rather than figures.