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Former Mets GM Makes Opinion Clear

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Former New York Mets general manager Steve Phillips went on MLB Network Radio to discuss the recent contract extension of San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill. At just 21 years old, Merrill sig...
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Jackson Merrill has agreed to a nine-year, $135 million extension, the team announced Wednesday.
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Given how baseball owners have handed out big-money contracts of late, having a young, talented player under contract for the prime of his career is the right move for the franchise.

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Former Mets GM Makes Opinion Clear as Padres Make Big Splash With $135,000,000 Jackson Merrill Deal
Former New York Mets general manager Steve Phillips went on MLB Network Radio to discuss the recent contract extension of San Diego Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill. At just 21 years old, Merrill signed a nine-year deal worth $135 million.
Jackson Merrill’s 9-year Padres deal earns strong backing from Ex-Mets GM
San Diego Padres slugger Jackson Merrill has done nothing but shine in the big leagues. After being selected in the first round in the 2021 MLB Draft, he quickly made his way through the minors.
Jackson Merrill, San Diego Padres agree to nine-year, $135 million extension
Jackson Merrill, who just began his second major league season, has agreed to a nine-year contract extension worth $135 million with the Padres.
Padres OF Jackson Merrill receives 9-year, $135M extension
San Diego Padres center fielder Jackson Merrill has agreed to a nine-year, $135 million extension, the team announced Wednesday.
Reports: Padres OF Jackson Merrill gets 9-year, $135M extension
San Diego Padres center fielder Jackson Merrill has agreed to a nine-year, $135 million extension, multiple outlets reported Wednesday.
Schoenfield: Jackson Merrill is going to be a superstar
Dave Schoenfield and Alden Gonzalez discuss the Padres extending Jackson Merrill's contract.
San Diego Padres signing Jackson Merrill was the next logical move
Merrill arrived at Peoria for his first taste of a major league baseball camp. Immediately, Padres manager Mike Shildt asked him to move to the outfield. Merrill was primarily a shortstop in the minors,
Jackson Merrill contract extension: Padres agree to nine-year, $135 million deal with 21-year-old All-Star
The San Diego Padres and star young center fielder Jackson Merrill have agreed to terms on a nine-year, $135 million contract extension, CBS Sports HQ's Jim Bowden has confirmed. The pact includes a $30 million club option for a 10th season that can be converted into a player option,
San Diego Padres, Jackson Merrill agree to $135M extension
The San Diego Padres and All-Star outfielder Jackson Merrill agreed to a nine-year, $135 million contract extension, a source familiar with the agreement told UPI on Wednesday.

Juan Soto names 1 player he wants Mets to trade for

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Three New York Mets players—outfielders Juan Soto and Starling Marte and shortstop Francisco Lindor—expressed to Mike Puma of the New York Post that they would like to see their team pursue Miami Marl...
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Soto didn’t hold back when discussing the possibility of Alcántara joining the Mets. “It would be one of the best trades that we could have,” Soto told Mike Puma of the New York Post.

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Juan Soto, Francisco Lindor Show Support for Mets to Pursue Sandy Alcantara Trade
Three New York Mets players—outfielders Juan Soto and Starling Marte and shortstop Francisco Lindor—expressed to Mike Puma of the New York Post that they would like to see their team pursue Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara if he became available.
Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor implore New York Mets to make major trade splash
The Mets made a major splash this offseason by signing Juan Soto to a record-breaking contract - and now some players are pushing for another blockbuster move.
Juan Soto names one player he wants Mets to trade for
Juan Soto signed with the New York Mets because he believes the team will do what it takes to win championships. The star outfielder has one idea that he thinks would help in that effort.
Mets superstar welcomes potential acquisition of former Cy Young Award winner
The New York Mets spent much of the offseason trying to bolster their starting rotation, and while they succeeded for […]
“Golden Glove For Juan Soto Is A JOKE” – MLB Fans Cannot Help But Troll Soto For His Disastrous Fielding
Juan Soto is having a great time with the Mets, but his fielding disaster continues and fans cannot help but troll the slugger.
Juan Soto names 1 player he wants Mets to trade for
Juan Soto signed with the New York Mets because he believes the team will do what it takes to win championships. The star outfielder has one idea that he
Padres star disses Juan Soto's Mets deal after signing contract extension
The entire baseball world was left in a state of awe after news broke that the New York Mets had signed Juan Soto to a 15-year, $765 million deal back in Decemb
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Mets' Juan Soto reveals Yankees were 'No. 1' choice entering free agency
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Padres get MVP-level play from pair of star sluggers in Braves win
Fernando Tatis Jr. made those who labeled him as the most talented player in the MLB look good against the Atlanta Braves on Thursday. The 26-year-old declared himself to be the best player in the MLB when on his game, which New York Mets superstar Juan Soto seconded in the offseason.
Jackson Merrill and Padres agree to $135 million, 9-year contract for 2026-34, AP source says
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that All-Star outfielder Jackson Merrill and the San Diego Padres have agreed to a $135 million, nine-year contract covering 2026-34
Maryland native Jackson Merrill signs 9-year, $135 million contract with San Diego Padres
All-Star center fielder Jackson Merrill, from Severna Park, Maryland, started paying immediate dividends on the $135 million, nine-year contract he and the San Diego Padres finalized on Wednesday morning.
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