14 days ago

Justin Verlander’s $13M Tigers Return Pushes Him To No. 2 In Career Earnings

Spotrac says Verlander’s $13M guarantee in Detroit lifts his on-field earnings past $422M, second all-time. Only Alex Rodriguez sits higher at $485M. Miguel Cabrera ($393M), Max Scherzer ($360M) and Albert Pujols ($341M) round out the top five. The veteran righty cashes in again while rejoining the club he debuted with. It’s the richest total ever for an active pitcher.