Hannah Storm Blanks Mets After Soto Signing & I'm All About It

When it comes to sports debates, few people can hold their ground like ESPN’s Hannah Storm. Whether she’s breaking down a game, calling out the stats, or throwing in a dose of fiery insight, she brings knowledge, charisma, and, let’s be honest, guts. In a recent episode of The Sports Reporters podcast, she didn’t just wade into the deep waters of New York’s baseball rivalry—she dove in headfirst with the confidence of someone who knows her stuff and isn’t afraid to speak her mind.

Storm tackled the buzz surrounding Juan Soto’s ridiculous $765 million, 15-year deal with the Mets. While Mets fans are dreaming of ticker-tape parades in Queens, Storm isn’t ready to hand over the keys to the city just yet. Neither am I. With her trademark blend of sharp analysis and undeniable charm, she laid it out plainly: “To me, it doesn’t change the balance of power yet, in New York. Because New York City is about a winner. The Yankees went to the World Series. They’re winners. We know how long it’s been for the Mets.”

Ouch. That’s the kind of truth Mets fans might not want to hear—but it’s hard to argue with her logic. Storm pointed to the Yankees’ pedigree, their recent World Series appearance, and that ever-present Bronx swagger. Sure, Soto’s bat will add some serious firepower to the Mets’ lineup, but Storm isn’t convinced it’s enough to dethrone the Yankees as the kings of New York baseball. Again, neither am I.

What makes Storm’s take so compelling isn’t just her depth of knowledge—it’s the way she delivers it. She’s got that perfect mix of fearless honesty and magnetic energy. And let’s not ignore the obvious: she brings a captivating presence to the sports world. Yes, she’s as sharp as she is stunning—don’t pretend you haven’t noticed.

If there’s anyone who can dissect the city’s baseball drama with both authority and flair, it’s Hannah Storm. Love her or disagree with her, she’s always worth the listen. And while Mets fans might be clinging to hope that Soto’s arrival sparks a seismic shift, they’d do well to remember one thing: in New York, you’ve got to win big to earn the crown. And until then, Hannah’s call stands.

Game on, New York. Game on.