The Associated Press released its annual look at MLB salaries on Monday. The LA Angels were in the top five overall, led by the contract of Mike Trout.
Based on “Opening Day” salary data, using March 28 as the date, owner Arte Moreno’s franchise would be on the hook for roughly $181 million. Trout is owed $36 million on his base contract this season.
The Yankees lead MLB with about $242 million in salaries this season. The Dodgers ($222 million), Astros ($208 million), and Cubs ($192 million) rank first through fourth.
(The Angels can afford it.