That’s because Soto bolted from the Yankees to their crosstown rival this offseason, signing a historic 15-year, $765 million contract in the process. Depending, of course, on which New York fans you ask, the reaction was mixed. But the news created some shockwaves. But it came as no surprise to David Cone.

“You’re not available to all 30 teams, Juan. Don’t lie to us,” McPherson said bluntly on his show Wednesday night, challenging Soto's claim of openness during free agency.