Freddie Freeman Net Worth

What is Freddie Freeman's Net Worth?

Freddie Freeman is an American professional baseball player who has a net worth of $120 million. Freddie Freeman is widely regarded as one of the most consistent and complete hitters of his generation. Known for his smooth left-handed swing, exceptional defense at first base, and steady leadership, Freeman has been a cornerstone presence in Major League Baseball since his debut with the Atlanta Braves in 2010. Over more than a decade in the league, he has earned multiple All-Star selections, Silver Slugger Awards, and a Gold Glove, distinguishing himself as one of the game's premier all-around players.

Freeman's breakthrough came in the mid-2010s, when he became a perennial MVP candidate for Atlanta, consistently ranking among the league leaders in batting average, on-base percentage, and extra-base hits. His defining career moment came in 2021, when he led the Braves to their first World Series championship in 26 years and was named the National League MVP in 2020. After that championship season, Freeman signed a six-year, $162 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, where he continued his elite production. With the Dodgers, he has remained one of baseball's most reliable and durable stars, regularly posting .300-plus averages and leading the league in doubles.

Off the field, Freeman is known for his humility and professionalism, earning respect from teammates and fans alike. His combination of elite skill, consistency, and leadership has cemented his reputation as one of the defining first basemen of the modern era and a likely future Hall of Famer.

Contracts, Salaries & Career Earnings

Over the course of his career to date, Freddie has earned around $240 million in salary alone. His first major payday came in 2014 when he signed an eight-year, $135 million extension with the Atlanta Braves, one of the largest contracts in franchise history at the time. After leading the Braves to a World Series title in 2021, Freeman entered free agency and secured an even bigger deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers: a six-year, $162 million contract that pays him an average annual salary of $27 million. The agreement included a $27 million signing bonus and deferred salary payments spread out over years after the deal ends. Between his Braves earnings, Dodgers salary, and endorsement deals with brands like Nike and Marucci, Freeman has built a career fortune that places him among the highest-paid first basemen in MLB history.

Early Life and Education

Freddie Freeman was born on September 12, 1989, in Fountain Valley, California, to Canadian parents Rosemary and Fredrick. He has two older brothers named Andrew and Phillip. When Freeman was 10, his mother passed away.

Freeman grew up playing baseball on youth teams. He was educated at El Modena High School, where he played as a third baseman and pitcher on the school baseball team. As a senior in 2007, he was named the player of the year by the Orange County Register. Freeman intended to go on to play baseball at California State University, Fullerton, but entered the MLB draft instead.

Minor League Career

In the 2007 MLB draft, Freeman was chosen in the second round by the Atlanta Braves. He made his debut in the team's minor league system with the Gulf Coast Braves, and after that, played for the Rome Braves. Starting the 2009 season, Freeman played for the Myrtle Beach Pelicans. During the season, he was promoted to the Mississippi Braves. After the end of the 2009 season, Freeman joined the Arizona Fall League's Peoria Saguaros. He subsequently played for the Gwinnett Braves of the Class AAA International League for the start of the 2010 season.

Atlanta Braves

On the first day of September in 2010, Freeman was called up to the Atlanta Braves. He made his MLB debut the same day. Four days later, he scored his first career MLB hit in a game against the Florida Marlins. Freeman's first MLB home run came a few weeks later in a game against the Philadelphia Phillies. Toward the end of the season, he returned to the Arizona Fall League to play for the Phoenix Desert Dogs. Back with the Braves in 2011, Freeman became the team's starting first baseman. He had his best season yet in July, winning NL Rookie of the Month honors. Freeman finished the season batting .282 with 21 home runs. In 2012, he posted a .259 batting average with 23 home runs, and in 2013 finished with a .319 batting average and another 23 home runs. Freeman signed an eight-year extension with the Braves in early 2014. He went on to have a great season, leading the team in batting average and setting a franchise record for innings played. Freeman's 2015 season was less strong, as he spent much of it on the disabled list due to a recurring wrist injury.

Although he got off to a rocky start in the 2016 season, Freeman eventually improved. In June, he hit his first career cycle and was named NL Player of the Week. Freeman also posted his first 30-home run season in 2016, which he achieved in September. He finished the season batting .302 with 34 home runs. In the 2017 season, Freeman played fewer games due to injury, but still managed to lead the Braves in batting average (.307) and home runs (28). He led the team in several more categories in 2018, including RBIs, with 98. For his season, Freeman won the Gold Glove Award. He went on to win the Silver Slugger Award in 2019, and then another in the shortened 2020 season, when he was also named the NL MVP. Freeman claimed a third consecutive Silver Slugger in 2021. That year, he helped lead the Braves to victory over the Houston Astros in the World Series, winning in six games.

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Free Agency

Following his World Series victory with the Braves, Freeman became a free agent. The Braves made a series of offers to retain him, but Freeman and his agent couldn't reach an agreement with the team, and their proposals were rejected. When the Athletics' Matt Olson was acquired by the Braves in early 2022, Freeman's tenure with the team officially ended.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Having had his contract proposal turned down by the Braves, Freeman chose to return to his home in Southern California and sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers. He signed a six-year, $162 million contract with the team in March of 2022. Freeman made his debut as a Dodger in April, going 1-3 with a walk against the Colorado Rockies. A couple of weeks later, in a game against his former team, he hit his first home run as a Dodger. In his 159 total games in 2022, Freeman led the MLB with 199 hits and 47 doubles.

Traffic Jam Incident

During the January 2014 Gulf Coast winter storm, Freeman was stuck in an unmoving traffic jam. After hours trapped in his vehicle, he was finally rescued by his former Braves teammate Chipper Jones, who showed up on his ATV. In response to the incident, the Braves later created a "Chipper Rescues Freddie" bobblehead for the 2016 baseball season.

Personal Life

In 2014, Freeman wed Chelsea Goff. Together, they have three sons: Charlie, Brandon, and Maximus.

Real Estate

In January 2019, Freddie and Chelsea paid $10 million for a home in Corona Del Mar, California. In March 2023, Freddie and Chelsea paid $7.8 million for a home in Studio City, California.

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