Ceddanne Rafaela is a professional baseball player serving as an infielder and outfielder for the Boston Red Sox. He joined the organization in 2023, marking his debut in the major league. Rafaela honed his skills before his ascent to MLB through various minor league seasons and professional baseball. Rafaela signed with the Boston Red Sox as an international free agent in July 2017. He began his career with the Dominican Summer League Red Sox, making his professional debut in 2018. In subsequent years, he played for several teams within the organization's minor league: the Gulf Coast Red Sox in 2019, the Salem Red Sox in 2021, and the Portland Sea Dogs in 2022. On November 15, 2022, he was added to Boston's 40-man roster.
In January 2023, Ceddanne Rafaela earned recognition by being ranked as the 71st top prospect on Baseball America's list of baseball’s Top 100 prospects. His performance culminated on August 28, when he made his MLB debut for the Boston Red Sox. Additionally, in September of 2023, Rafaela was honored as the Minor League Baserunner of the Year by the organization.
Ceddanne Rafaela Contract Breakdown
On April 8, 2024, Rafaela signed an 8-year $50 million contract with the Boston Red Sox according to Spotrac.
| Year | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2017 | - | $10,000 | $10,000 | - | $10,000 |
| 2023 | $720,000 | - | $720,000 | - | $720,000 |
| 2024 | $743,500 | - | $743,500 | - | $743,500 |
| 2024-2032 | $6,250,000 | $2,000,000 | $52,000,000 | - | $6,250,000 |
How much is Ceddanne Rafaela getting paid?
As of 2024, Ceddanne Rafaela is reported to have an average salary of $6,250,000 as per his recently signed eight-year contract with the Boston Red Sox, according to Spotrac.
How much does Ceddanne Rafaela make in a minute?
Ceddanne Rafaela is under an eight-year contract with the Boston Red Sox as of August 2024, securing an average annual salary of $6,250,000. For a breakdown of his earnings, with 525,600 minutes in a year, Rafaela's average per-minute income amounts to approximately $11.89 based solely on his base salary of $6,250,000.
Ceddanne Rafaela Career Earnings
As of 2024, Rafaela is in his second season in the league and has accumulated earnings totaling $3,141,614 according to Spotrac.
What are the terms of Ceddanne Rafaela’s Contract?
Ceddanne Rafaela signed a contract with the Boston Red Sox on April 8, 2024, valued at $50 million over an eight-year period. In addition to his contract value, he received a signing bonus of $2 million. The agreement includes a club option for the year 2032, which comes with a buyout clause of $4 million. Should the team exercise this option, the total value of the contract could rise to $62 million across nine seasons. Furthermore, Rafaela's salaries for the years 2030-2032 will be contingent upon his performance in preceding seasons: he stands to earn an additional $2 million if named MVP; $1 million for finishing second or third in voting; $500,000 for finishing fourth or fifth; and between $250,000 and $200,000 based on rankings from sixth to tenth place or selection as an All-Star, according to The Associated Press.
How much of Ceddanne Rafaela’s Contract is guaranteed?
The amount of $50 million over 8 years is guaranteed to Ceddanne Rafaela according to the contract he signed on April 08, 2024, with the Boston Red Sox.
Ceddanne Rafaela’s Contract History
Boston Red Sox (2017): Ceddanne signed a 1 year, $10,000 contract with the Boston Red Sox as an international free agent in July 2017.
Boston Red Sox (2023):
In 2023, Ceddanne Rafaela signed a one-year contract with the Red Sox worth $720,000.
Boston Red Sox (2024):
Ceddanne signed a one-year contract with the Boston Red Sox on March 01, 2024, worth $743,500. However, later on April 08, 2024, he signed an 8-year $50 million contract extension with the Boston Red Sox.
FAQ's On Ceddanne Rafaela Contract
A. Ceddanne Rafaela was born on September 18, 2000.
A. Ceddanne Rafaela plays as an Infielder / Outfielder for the Boston Red Sox.
A. Ceddanne Rafaela parents are Cezan Rafaela and Recheline Rafaela.
A. Ceddanne Rafaela made his professional debut in 2018 with the Dominican Summer League Red Sox.
