Mets owner Steve Cohen has confirmed reports that he intervened to resolve a rift between star players Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor. Cohen's remarks, made on "The Show" podcast, suggested that the issue between the players is no longer a concern, a statement that some perceived as an admission that such a conflict had existed.
MLB sources indicated that the discord between Soto and Lindor was an open secret within the team, with reports of their friction having surfaced previously. This situation is not unique, as a history of conflicts between superstars has occurred on championship teams in the past.
Cohen's efforts to bring the two players together to address their differences underscore the owner's involvement in managing team dynamics. The resolution of this reported rift aims to foster a more cohesive environment for the team as they pursue their goals.