According to Forbes' annual list released on Monday, Shohei Ohtani is anticipated to earn $65 million in the 2023 Major League Baseball season
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As part of an agreement to avoid salary arbitration, Ohtani signed a one-year, $30 million contract extension in October, which is included in the total amount.
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Forbes predicts that the total earnings of the 10 highest-paid players will reach a new record of $436 million, an increase from last year's $377 million.
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According to Forbes, Ohtani's earnings from endorsements are predicted to reach at least $35 million, a significant increase from $6 million in 2021 and $20 million in 2022.
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Ohtani, AL MVP in 2021, will become a free agent and is highly anticipated to secure one of the most financially rewarding contracts in the history of baseball.
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Last week, Ohtani secured victory for Japan in the World Baseball Classic by striking out Trout to secure the title.
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According to Sportico's endorsement revenue estimates, there is a significant difference between Ohtani and his counterparts.
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Ohtani's 2023 earnings expected to break the record for any baseball player in a single year.
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On his own team, Ohtani Ohtani ranks third in salary on his team behind Rendon and Trout.