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The Record-Breaking Contract of Juan Soto: Analyzing Value and Viability
In recent news, Juan Soto, a standout player in Major League Baseball (MLB), signed an unprecedented contract valued at a staggering $765 million. This deal comes with an annual average salary (AAV) of approximately $51 million over a remarkable 15-year span. As with any monumental commitment in sports, questions arise regarding Soto's worthiness of such a deal, particularly concerning his abilities beyond hitting. In this article, we'll dissect Soto's performance metrics, the implications of his new contract, and what it might take for him to justify this historical salary.