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In 2008, He Inked a $161 Million Contract With the New York Yankees; What Is CC Sabathia's Net Worth?

Throughout his career, CC Sabathia earned $260 million in salary alone.
PUBLISHED JAN 1, 2024
Cover Image Source: Pitcher CC Sabathia #52 of the New York Yankees | Photo by Christian Petersen | Getty Images
Cover Image Source: Pitcher CC Sabathia #52 of the New York Yankees | Photo by Christian Petersen | Getty Images
Name CC Sabathia
Net Worth $80 Million
Sources of Income MLB salary, Endorsements 
Gender Male
Date of Birth July 21, 1980
Age 43 Years
Nationality United States of America
Profession Baseball player, Actor, Athlete

CC Sabathia, the former American baseball pitcher, boasts a net worth of $80 million. His remarkable 19-season career in the MLB, predominantly with the New York Yankees, made him one of the highest-paid pitchers in baseball history.

CC Sabathia #52 of the New York Yankees reacts after getting out of the eighth inning | Elsa | Getty Images
CC Sabathia #52 of the New York Yankees reacts after getting out of the eighth inning | Photo by Elsa | Getty Images

Sabathia's primary source of income was his lucrative MLB salary, peaking at $25 million per year during the 2015 and 2016 seasons. Endorsement deals with globally renowned brands like Subway, Pepsi, EA Sports, and Nike's Jordan largely contributed to his financial success.

CC Sabathia #52 of the New York Yankees throws a pitch against the Houston Astros during the first inning | Elsa | Getty Images
CC Sabathia #52 of the New York Yankees | Photo by Elsa | Getty Images

Career earnings

In December 2008, Sabathia inked a groundbreaking 7-year, $161 million contract with the New York Yankees. Throughout his career, he earned $260 million in salary alone. In 2015, his endorsement earnings totaled $900,000. One year later, he earned $24.2 million, with an additional endorsement income of $1.2 million. In 2013, he raked in $23.5 million, with endorsement earnings amounting to $500,000.


 
 
 
 
 
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Sabathia, the 6-foot-7 left-handed pitcher owns homes in Alpine, New Jersey, and previously in Fairfield, California.

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Twitter 485.1K Followers
Facebook 371K Followers


 

Sabathia was born on July 21, 1980, in Vallejo, California. His early career included high school success and a direct entry into the minor leagues after being drafted by the Cleveland Indians in 1998.

He faced challenges with alcoholism and underwent treatment in 2015. In 2017, he launched the R2C2 podcast. In 2021, the Cleveland Indians dedicated a field to him, named "CC Sabathia Field at Luke Easter Park."

In 2003, the athlete married philanthropist Amber, and the couple have four children together. The family lived in California before moving to Alpine, New Jersey.


 
 
 
 
 
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- 6x All-Star selection (2003, 2004, 2007, 2010–2012)

- World Series champion (2009)

- ALCS MVP (2009)

- AL Cy Young Award (2007)

- 3x Warren Spahn Award recipient (2007–2009)

- 2× MLB wins leader (2009, 2010)

- 2× AL shutouts leader (2006, 2008)

- NL shutouts leader (2008)

What is CC Sabathia's net worth?

CC Sabathia's net worth is estimated to be $80 million.

How long did CC Sabathia play in the MLB?

CC Sabathia had a remarkable 19-season career in the MLB.

What were CC Sabathia's most significant achievements in baseball?

CC Sabathia won the AL Cy Young Award in 2007 and played a key role in the New York Yankees' 2009 World Series victory.

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