Steve Cohen handed out the biggest contract in sports history this winter, and now the New York Mets owner is explaining why.In December, Cohen and the Mets won the free agency bidding war for Juan Soto.

Juan Soto’s arrival as a Met, the highest-paid player ever, and with a contract 15 times longer, wasn’t a surprise to those around Steve Cohen — but it was to the owner himself.

Steve Cohen’s investment in the New York Mets, making it the largest MLB team sale, garnered attention with its $2.4 billion deal. With a net worth of $21.3 billion, Cohen's spending on payroll and luxury tax reflects his dedication to the team.