The 2025 Major League Baseball (MLB) season has begun with great expectations, not only because of the competition on the diamond, but also because of the impressive contracts that some players have secured.
In QuéOnnda.com we present a list of the highest paid MLB players, based on updated and reliable information, useful for the Hispanic community in the United States.
Juan Soto
Dominican outfielder Juan Soto tops the list with a record 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, signed in December 2024.
This agreement establishes Soto as the highest paid player in baseball history, with an average annual salary of approximately $51 million.
2. Shohei Ohtani
Japanese phenom Shohei Ohtani, known for his ability as both a pitcher and designated hitter, signed a 10-year, $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Although his base salary is $2 million per year due to deferred payments, Ohtani offsets this figure with approximately $100 million per year in sponsorships, bringing his total income to $102 million per season.
3. Blake Snell
Left-handed pitcher Blake Snell joined the Dodgers on a contract that gives him an annual salary of $36.4 million.
Snell, a Cy Young Award winner in 2018, significantly bolsters the Angels’ pitching rotation.
4. Aaron Judge
Yankees captain and right fielder Aaron Judge continues to be a centerpiece in the Bronx lineup.
After signing a contract extension, Judge earns an annual salary of $40 million, reflecting his status as one of the league’s most feared hitters.
5. Zack Wheeler
Right-handed pitcher Zack Wheeler, a key member of the Phillies’ rotation, signed a contract extension that locks in an annual salary of $42 million.
Wheeler has proven to be one of the most consistent pitchers in the National League.
The 2025 MLB season has begun with great expectations
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Jacob DeGrom
Despite injuries that have limited his time on the mound, two-time Cy Young winner Jacob deGrom signed with the Texas Rangers for $40 million annually.
The Rangers are betting on his recovery and return to the elite level.
7. Mike Trout
Considered by many to be the best player of his generation, center fielder Mike Trout continues his career with the Angelinos, earning an annual salary of $35.5 million.
At 33, Trout is looking to stay healthy and lead his team into the postseason.
8. Anthony Rendon
Third baseman Anthony Rendon, also with the Angelinos, has an annual salary of $35 million.
However, injuries have dampened his participation in recent seasons, and the team hopes he can return to top form.
9. Gerrit Cole
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Yankees rotation ace Gerrit Cole earns an annual salary of $36 million.
However, he will miss the 2025 season due to Tommy John surgery, which represents a significant loss for the New York team.
10. Carlos Correa
And among the highest paid players in MLB is Puerto Rican shortstop Carlos Correa.
Correa signed with the Minnesota Twins for $36 million annually.
His leadership and defensive skills are critical to the team’s American League Major League Baseball aspirations.
