A breakdown of Alex Rodriguez’s record $275 million, 10-year contract with the New York Yankees, as obtained Thursday by The Associated Press from player and management sources. All figures in millions of dollars
Signing Bonus $10
2008 27
2009 32
2010 32
2011 31
2012 29
2013 28
2014 25
2015 21
2016 20
2017 20
Total $275
Signing Bonus
Paid as follows: $2 million upon approval by commissioner’s office; $1 million each Jan. 15 from 2009-13; and $3 million on Jan. 15, 2014.
Historic Achievement
Rodriguez could $6 million each for five milestones that the team designates as historic achievements. They are contemplated to be tying the home run marks of Willie Mays (660), Babe Ruth (714), Hank Aaron (755) and Barry Bonds, and breaking Bonds’ major league record.
No Trade Clause
Player may not be traded without his permission
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