How baseball star Albert Pujols makes and spends his millions: the GOAT retired in 2022, but stays active as an on-air commentator, works with Skechers – and may aspire to manage clubs
- Pujols is widely expected to enter the Hall of Fame in 2028, when he becomes eligible; with a US$170 million net worth, he came only behind Alex Rodriguez as the highest paid player in history in 2020
- Pujols sold his Californian mansion, which is over 9,200 sq ft with 8 bathrooms and 5 en suite bedrooms, for US$8.8 million earlier this year – but is more prudent with money than most
The renowned player, who many have tipped to enter the Hall of Fame, has not only maintained his presence on the field through various gigs, but is also still raking in the money through endorsements and fulfilling of contractual obligations.
Read on to find out exactly how Pujols makes and spends his cash …
Albert Pujols’ record-breaking career
With a career spanning an impressive 22 years, the 44-year-old Dominican-American earned the nickname “The Machine”, or “La Máquina” in Spanish, for his ability to break record after record. He has won three MVP awards and taken two World Series Championships with the St Louis Cardinals. He also made global headlines after he became the fourth player ever to join the 700 home run club alongside Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron and Barry Bonds. It is widely believed he will enter the Hall of Fame in 2028, which is when he becomes eligible.
How did Albert Pujols make his millions?
Pujols has an estimated net worth of US$170 million, per Celebrity Net Worth, with the major league baseball (MLB) player making most of his earnings through team contracts. Pujols, who retired in 2022, had a base salary of US$2.5 million with the St Louis Cardinals for the last year of his career, according to Bleacher Report. Back in 2012, he earned a record US$224.36 million in a multi-year deal with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, per the same publication.