Nathan Bonilla-Warford is an optometrist in Tampa,Florida, with VSP, Vision Service Plan, a big insurance provider.

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Mr. Bonilla's second tenure with the Mets was far briefer, but no better, than his first.

WSJ: Why the New York Mets Still Owe Bobby Bonilla Nearly $30 Million

But it was actually Mr. Bonilla's second free-agent contract that led to his upcoming financial windfall.

WSJ: Why the New York Mets Still Owe Bobby Bonilla Nearly $30 Million

Beverly Hills Sports Council represented Mr. Bonilla during negotiations with Steve Phillips, then the Mets' general manager.

WSJ: Why the New York Mets Still Owe Bobby Bonilla Nearly $30 Million