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Mookie Betts Signed A Record Deal With The Boston Red Sox – But That's Not The Most Impressive Part Of His Contract

Mookie Betts Signed A Record Deal With The Boston Red Sox – But That's Not The Most Impressive Part Of His Contract

Jan 15, 2020

Mookie Betts just signed a record-setting deal to stay in Boston. And compared to a Boston legend, it's a huge increase in pay.
Inside Matt Rhule's Massive Contract With The Carolina Panthers

Inside Matt Rhule's Massive Contract With The Carolina Panthers

Jan 11, 2020

Matt Rhule has turned two college teams around. Now it's time to take on his next task: the NFL. Here's how much money he'll make as the head coach of the Carolina Panthers.
The Chicago White Sox Have Spent A Bunch Of Money This Offseason – Will It Get Them To The Playoffs?

The Chicago White Sox Have Spent A Bunch Of Money This Offseason – Will It Get Them To The Playoffs?

Jan 7, 2020

The Chicago White Sox haven't made the postseason in over a decade. But thanks to a spending spree this offseason, they're looking like they might buck that trend in 2020.
At Only 20 Years Old, Luka Doncic Is Now Endorsed By Jordan Brand

At Only 20 Years Old, Luka Doncic Is Now Endorsed By Jordan Brand

Jan 5, 2020

Luka Doncic has taken the NBA by storm as he's putting up numbers worthy of an MVP award. In the meantime, he's signed with one of the league's most iconic shoe brands.
New York Giants Linebacker Markus Golden Just Made $1 Million, Thanks To A Stat Correction

New York Giants Linebacker Markus Golden Just Made $1 Million, Thanks To A Stat Correction

Dec 29, 2019

After two injury-plagued seasons, Markus Golden has returned to being a sack machine. And after a stat correction from the Giants' Week 16 game, it just earned him an extra $1 million.
The Mets Will Cut Yoenis Cespedes's Salary By $23.5 Million This Season

The Mets Will Cut Yoenis Cespedes's Salary By $23.5 Million This Season

Dec 27, 2019

In 2016, Yoenis Cespedes scored a big contract from the New York Mets. But thanks to multiple injuries, he's going to lose millions of dollars.
Clinton Portis And Joe Horn Are Among 12 NFL Players Accused Of Defrauding The NFL's Health Care Plan

Clinton Portis And Joe Horn Are Among 12 NFL Players Accused Of Defrauding The NFL's Health Care Plan

Dec 18, 2019

12 players have been accused of defrauding the NFL's health care system, including former stars Clinton Portis and Joe Horn. See the charges for each player and the potential penalties if they're convicted.
Scott Boras's Three Biggest MLB Free Agent Clients Have Earned $814 Million – Here's How Much He'll Make

Scott Boras's Three Biggest MLB Free Agent Clients Have Earned $814 Million – Here's How Much He'll Make

Dec 15, 2019

Scott Boras has had a busy week securing deals for his clients – and it's going to make him a ton of money. Here's how much he'll earn from his work this offseason.
Here's How Much Stephen Strasburg Will Make From His Huge New Contract

Here's How Much Stephen Strasburg Will Make From His Huge New Contract

Dec 13, 2019

Stephen Strasburg won the World Series MVP, and now he's signed a huge contract. Here's how much it's worth.
A Look Inside Gerrit Cole's Historic $324 Million Contract

A Look Inside Gerrit Cole's Historic $324 Million Contract

Dec 12, 2019

Gerrit Cole may not have won a World Series last season, but he just signed the largest contract ever for a pitcher. That's a pretty good consolation prize.
It Only Took Carmelo Anthony Eight Games To Make $2.15 Million

It Only Took Carmelo Anthony Eight Games To Make $2.15 Million

Dec 12, 2019

A year ago, Carmelo Anthony couldn't even find a place on an NBA roster. Now, after the Portland Trail Blazers gave him a chance, he's making the most of it.
Chris Petersen Is Stepping Down As Washington's Head Coach – Giving Up Millions Of Dollars In The Process

Chris Petersen Is Stepping Down As Washington's Head Coach – Giving Up Millions Of Dollars In The Process

Dec 9, 2019

After six seasons as the Washington Huskies head coach, Chris Petersen is stepping away from coaching college football. Here's how much money he's giving up in the process.
Here's How Much Anthony Joshua And Andy Ruiz Jr. Can Make From Their Upcoming Rematch

Here's How Much Anthony Joshua And Andy Ruiz Jr. Can Make From Their Upcoming Rematch

Dec 6, 2019

Anthony Joshua and Andy Ruiz Jr. are squaring off in a rematch in Saudi Arabia – and they'll each make a ton of money. Here's how much each fighter stands to earn.
Hedge Fund Billionaire Steven Cohen Is Close To Buying A Majority Stake In The New York Mets

Hedge Fund Billionaire Steven Cohen Is Close To Buying A Majority Stake In The New York Mets

Dec 5, 2019

Steven Cohen has made billions as the founder of a hedge fund. Yet there's still one thing left on his wish list: owning a majority stake in a MLB team.
These Are The 10 Most Valuable MLB Franchises

These Are The 10 Most Valuable MLB Franchises

Dec 4, 2019

Another World Series is in the books, but only one of this year's participants is among the ten most valuable teams in the major leagues.