NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 09: Aroldis Chapman #54 of the New York Yankees pitches in the ninth inning against the Boston Red Sox during Game Four American League Division Series at Yankee Stadium on October 09, 2018 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
When Aroldis Chapman signed his five year, 86 million dollar contract prior to the 2017 season, he became the highest paid relief pitcher in the history of baseball. He also was able to secure an opt- out after the 2019 season.