Who Gets the Next Mega-Deal After Soto's Record-Breaking Contract?
Posted: Mon Dec 09, 2024 7:26 pm
Juan Soto's record-breaking contract has sent shockwaves through baseball, igniting a fiery debate about the future of mega-deals in the sport. Is this a new era of unprecedented spending, or just a few outliers skewing the market?
Soto, Ohtani, and Judge have all secured contracts exceeding $360 million in recent years. Who's next to join this exclusive club? R.J. Anderson highlights some intriguing candidates, including young stars like Gunnar Henderson and established veterans like Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
But is Henderson truly a lock for a top-five contract in four years? Can Guerrero Jr. overcome the perceived limitations of his position? And what about the dark horse candidates, like the flame-throwing Paul Skenes? Is a pitcher capable of commanding such a massive contract in today's MLB?
Let's dive into the discussion. Who do YOU think will be the next player to ink a contract that shatters the $360 million barrier? What factors will play the biggest role in determining these future mega-deals: age, position, performance, or market dynamics? Share your predictions and insights. The future of baseball contracts is up for debate!
Soto, Ohtani, and Judge have all secured contracts exceeding $360 million in recent years. Who's next to join this exclusive club? R.J. Anderson highlights some intriguing candidates, including young stars like Gunnar Henderson and established veterans like Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
But is Henderson truly a lock for a top-five contract in four years? Can Guerrero Jr. overcome the perceived limitations of his position? And what about the dark horse candidates, like the flame-throwing Paul Skenes? Is a pitcher capable of commanding such a massive contract in today's MLB?
Let's dive into the discussion. Who do YOU think will be the next player to ink a contract that shatters the $360 million barrier? What factors will play the biggest role in determining these future mega-deals: age, position, performance, or market dynamics? Share your predictions and insights. The future of baseball contracts is up for debate!