Fans of professional sports can’t help but pay attention to payroll, especially in Major League Baseball, where teams are unaffected by a hard salary cap or floor. What is the appropriate amount for them to spend each season? That question is even more complicated than usual due to the COVID-19 pandemic which wiped out traditional gate revenue in 2020 and will almost certainly limit attendance in 2021.
On or around the 15th day of each month, we will analyze current commitments and any upcoming decisions that the Marlins face.
2021 Guarantees
- Starling Marte—$1 million (if club option is bought out)
- Brandon Kintzler—$250k (if club option is bought out)
Four players in their 30s, three of whom are coming off very successful seasons.