It's not just the *local* scribes, sportswriters from all over are calling this a VERY bad move for Pedro (as well as for the Mets, incidentally). Pedro, had he remained in Boston for just a touch less dough, would have been a god, revered for all time. All of that prima donna BS would be forever forgotten. It might be for the most part, but fans want a Barry Larkin, a Cal Ripken, someone who they don't feel is a hired gun. Be loyal to us - we'll be loyal to you.
And the "best offer" isn't necessarily the one for the most money. Cf. Alex Rodriguez to the Rangers, Giambi to the Yankees.
You can't spend fan loyalty. After he retires do you think he'd stay in the hellholes of the northeast? I'd expect him to move somewhere sensible and live like a king. Florida or maybe Puerto Rico.
It won't matter to him one iota what the fans think of him after he retires. He'llnever see them or think of them again. Their only purpose is to give him millions now so he can retire in style.