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Dodgers owe Shohei Ohtani $680 million in deferred payments after 2033

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 1:30 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Dodgers owe Shohei Ohtani $680 million in deferred payments after 2033

Summary

Shohei Ohtani signed a 10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers in December 2023, agreeing to a total of $700 million. Currently, he earns $2 million per year until the contract expires in 2033. Following that, he will receive $68 million annually for 10 years as deferred payments. This contract positions Ohtani as one of the highest-paid athletes, second only to Juan Soto's deal with the New York Mets. The Dodgers' contract commitments raise questions about the team's financial strategy moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Ohtani's contract with Dodgers totals $700 million over 10 years.
•He earns $2 million annually until 2033.
•After 2033, Ohtani will receive $68 million per year for the next decade.
•The contract secures Ohtani’s status among the highest-paid athletes.
•Mark Walter, Dodger's owner, faces significant financial obligations due to this deal.

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What they're saying

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Shohei Ohtani joined the Los Angeles Dodgers in a mega-money deal back in December 2023. At the time, Ohtani was considered one of the best players in baseball and was a very attractive option for teams after he decided to leave the Los Angeles Angels as a free agent after six years.
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