Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani is Second-Highest Paid Player in MLB This Year Despite $2 Million Salary
Briefly

Shohei Ohtani, the star player for the Los Angeles Dodgers, is poised to be the second-highest paid player in Major League Baseball, earning $2 million from the Dodgers and an impressive $100 million from endorsements in 2025. His endorsement earnings markedly exceed previous MLB records, as he aligns with 20 brand partners, including six new ones secured after his World Series win and MVP award. Ohtani's strategic endorsement management ensures brand alignment while maintaining focus on his performance on the field, solidifying his status as a transcendent talent in sports.
Ohtani’s $100 million in estimated endorsement earnings is significantly more than any MLB player has earned, positioning him among the elite athletes in history.
Ohtani's agent emphasizes a strategic approach to endorsements, ensuring careful brand alignment and avoiding overexposure, with Ohtani's commitments being thoughtfully managed.
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