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The New York Mets have made headlines again by securing a deal with J.D. Martinez, one of the biggest offensive powerhouses on the market. The deal is said to be worth a whopping $12 million and is set for a year, subject to a physical examination. This news was first broken by Jon Heyman from The Post. According to a reliable industry insider, the agreement stipulates that Martinez will be receiving $4.5 million this season. The remaining sum will be deferred, which allows the Mets to lessen their luxury-tax hit from this signing. "Martinez will receive $1.5 million in deferrals each year from 2034-38." This financial maneuvering is smart, enabling the Mets to acquire a top player while minimizing immediate fiscal impact. Interestingly, Martinez, now 36, declined a more lucrative ...

Alyssa Milano, the renowned actress, recently found herself in the midst of a social media storm after she took to Twitter to appeal for donations towards her son's youth baseball trip. While many celebrities have successfully used crowdfunding platforms for various personal causes, Alyssa Milano's request faced significant backlash due to her perceived wealth and status. People questioned why a Hollywood star would ask for financial assistance instead of funding the trip herself. Alyssa Milano and her husband, David Bugliari, set up a GoFundMe account to raise money for their son's 12U baseball team's trip to Cooperstown. The funds were intended to cover travel expenses, uniforms, and family dues for the players. Alyssa Milano posted a tweet urging her followers to contribute to the ca...

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J.D. Martinez Joins Mets on a Million Dollar Contract

Alyssa Milano’s Controversial Fundraising Efforts for Son’s Baseball Trip