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Ohtani's $127M Earnings Amid Potential MLB Strike Concerns

3/25/2026

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Shohei Ohtani, MLB star, is projected to earn $127 million in 2026, including $125 million from endorsements.
The top 10 players are set to earn a record $144 million off the field, up 20%.
The current collective bargaining agreement expires on December 1, prompting owners to consider a salary cap, a move players oppose.
A strike could disrupt the 2027 season and affect the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

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Story summary

Shohei Ohtani, MLB star, is projected to earn $127 million in 2026, including $125 million from endorsements.
The top 10 players are set to earn a record $144 million off the field, up 20%.
The current collective bargaining agreement expires on December 1, prompting owners to consider a salary cap, a move players oppose.
A strike could disrupt the 2027 season and affect the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.