“Bleacher Report” ranks 14 players with large contracts…Otani ranks first
The 10-year, $700 million (approximately 100.1 billion yen) contract that pitcher Shohei Ohtani signed with the Dodgers has been highly praised in the United States. On the 3rd (4th Japan time), the American sports media outlet Bleacher Report “ranked” players who have signed contracts worth more than $300 million (approximately 42.8 billion yen). Otani took first place.
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Otani’s contract is deferred payment of $680 million (approximately 97.2 billion yen), which is 97% of the total amount. The team’s total annual salary, which is subject to the luxury tax, is calculated at approximately $46 million (approximately 6.578 billion yen), so that the team will not be under financial pressure. Zachary D. Reimer of the same media ranked Ohtani first among the 14 players who have signed contracts worth more than $300 million (approximately 42.8 billion yen).
This rating also focuses on predicting future contributions. Regarding deferred payments and management, he argued that “we need to be honest in acknowledging two important points.” The Dodgers are expected to receive at least $50 million annually in marketing and advertising revenue. “It’s important to recognize that this is not only a win for the roster, but a huge win for the marketing department as well,” he wrote.
Otani will concentrate on being a batter this season due to surgery on his right elbow. The media said Ohtani’s ideal future would be to “return to being the only true two-way star in MLB history in 2025 after recovering from his second elbow surgery.” “This guy is a two-time unanimous MVP and has the highest WAR of anyone, but his WAR is still underrated.”
He also mentioned what would happen if he was unable to return as a pitcher. “It may not be ideal, but Ohtani has options as a hitter.” “It’s not hard to imagine him being a typical superstar outfielder with the power to hit 40 home runs and the speed and shoulders to compete for a Gold Glove.” He also had success as an outfielder. I was sure.
(Full-Count Editorial Department)
2024-01-04 08:31:03
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