Steve Cohen Gets Candid: 'Soto Was Tough, This is Worse!'

Steve Cohen's candid remarks about Pete Alonso's negotiations were refreshing for Mets fans, as the owner turned boos to cheers at Amazin' Day. The Mets owner reveals frustrations with Scott Boras's contract demands, comparing the process unfavorably to Juan Soto's deal. Cohen's transparency won over fans but raised questions about Alonso's future with the team. Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the complex negotiations, analyzing potential sticking points like deferred money and contract structure. He explores the implications for Alonso and the Mets, considering the team's luxury tax situation and young talent pipeline. Finkelstein also examines Scott Boras's negotiation tactics and their effectiveness for different player tiers. Uncover the intricacies of MLB contract negotiations and their impact on team dynamics. Listen now to gain an insider perspective on the high-stakes Alonso-Mets standoff! JOIN THE LOCKED ON METS INSIDER COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonmets Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rocket Money Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today. SelectQuote Get the right life insurance for YOU, for LESS, at SELECTQUOTE.COM/LOCKEDON .SelectQuote - They Shop. You Save. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel From the first whistle to the final drive, FanDuel makes the NFL Playoffs even more exciting! Right now, new customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get THREE HUNDRED BUCKS in BONUS BETS – if you win your first bet! Visit FANDUEL.COM t o get started. Make this playoff season unforgettable with FanDuel, an official sportsbook partner of the NFL. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.