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May 20, 2025, marks a significant date in the sports calendar, particularly for the New York Mets and their star player, Juan Soto. Despite his immense talent, Soto’s playing statistics raise eyebrows — he has participated in merely 2% of games for the Mets since signing a monumental 10-year, $460 million contract. The question looms: how does one evaluate a player's worth when injuries and emotional states overshadow their on-field performance?
Amidst the speculation surrounding Soto's current playstyle and demeanor, industry insiders contend that this is merely part of the broader narrative that all athletes navigate. Traditional wisdom suggests that a player’s happiness, while often discussed, isn't always a priority during contract negotiations.