Jeimer Candelario is a professional baseball player who plays for the Cincinnati Reds in Major League Baseball (MLB). He joined the Reds in 2024.
Candelario began his professional baseball career with the Chicago Cubs, signing with them in September 2010. He played in the Dominican Summer League for the Cubs. In the following years, he played for various minor league teams affiliated with the Cubs, such as the Boise Hawks, Kane County Cougars, and Daytona Cubs. In 2015, he played for the Myrtle Beach Pelicans and was then promoted to the Tennessee Smokies.
Candelario made his MLB debut on July 3, 2016, with the Chicago Cubs. He played for the Cubs from 2016 to 2017 before being traded to the Detroit Tigers. He played for the Tigers from 2017 to 2022. In 2023, he had a stint with the Washington Nationals before returning to the Cubs. Finally, in December 2023, he joined the Cincinnati Reds after signing a three-year contract.
Jeimer Candelario Contract Breakdown
| Year | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2024 | $15,000,000 | - | $15,000,000 | - | $15,000,000 |
| 2025 | $15,000,000 | - | $15,000,000 | - | $15,000,000 |
| 2026 | $12,000,000 | - | $12,000,000 | - | $12,000,000 |
| 2027 | $3,000,000 | - | $3,000,000 | - | $3,000,000 |
How much is Jeimer Candelario getting paid?
According to Spotrac, Jeimer Candelario will receive a total compensation of $15,000,000 for the 2024 season. He signed a contract with the Cincinnati Reds worth $45,000,000, which spans through three years from 2024 to 2027. In 2024 and 2025, he will earn $15,000,000, while in 2026 and 2027, he will earn $12,000,000 and $3,000,000, respectively, according to his contract. In the previous season of 2023, Jeimer earned $5,000,000 while playing for the Washington Nationals.
How much does Jeimer Candelario make in a minute?
Jeimer Candelario's salary for the 2024 season is $15,000,000. This means that for every minute of a year, he earns approximately $28.53. During the 2023 season, he earned $5,000,000, which resulted in a per-minute earning of approximately $9.51.
Jeimer Candelario's Career Earnings
As of 2024, Jeimer Candelario has earned a total of $31,426,279 throughout his Major League Baseball career, according to Spotrac. He made his professional debut on July 3, 2016, with the Chicago Cubs and has since played for several teams under various contracts, including the Chicago Cubs, Detroit Tigers, Washington Nationals, and Cincinnati Reds. This cumulative total encompasses a signing bonus of $500,000 received in September 2010 when he was initially signed by the Chicago Cubs.
What are the terms of Jeimer Candelario’s Contract?
As per Spotrac, Jeimer Candelario officially signed a three-year contract valued at $45 million, with the Cincinnati Reds, on December 7, 2023. The terms of his contract include a club option for 2027, which entails a buyout provision of $3 million.
How much of Jeimer Candelario’s Contract is guaranteed?
The full amount of Jeimer Candelario’s contract with the Cincinnati Reds worth $45,000,000 is guaranteed.
Jeimer Candelario’s Contract History
Chicago Cubs (2010):
In 2010 the Chicago Cubs signed Jeimer Candelario and he received a $500,000 signing bonus.
Chicago Cubs (2016):
In 2016, Jeimer signed a one-year contract worth $507,500 for a solitary season.
Chicago Cubs (2017):
For the 2017 season, Jeimer again signed a one-year contract with the Chicago Cubs worth $535,000.
Detroit Tigers (2018):
In 2018, Jeimer signed a one-year contract worth $548,300 with the Detroit Tigers.
Detroit Tigers (2019):
In 2019, he signed a one-year contract worth $555,000 with the Detroit Tigers.
Detroit Tigers (2020):
In 2020, he signed a one-year contract worth $583,300 with the Detroit Tigers.
Detroit Tigers (2021):
In 2021, Jeimer Candelario signed a contract with the Detroit Tigers worth $2,850,000.
Detroit Tigers (2022):
In 2022, Jeimer Candelario signed a one-year contract with the Detroit Tigers worth $5,800,000.
Washington Nationals (2023):
On November 29, 2022, Jeimer Candelario signed a 1 year $5 million contract with the Washington Nationals.
Cincinnati Reds (2024-2027):
On December 07, 2023, Jeimer Candelario signed a 3-year contract worth $45,000,000.
FAQs on Jeimer Candelario Contract
A. As of 2024, Jeimer Candelario plays for the Cincinnati Reds in Major League Baseball (MLB).
A. Jeimer Candelario made his MLB debut on July 3, 2016, for the Chicago Cubs.
A. Jeimer Candelario bats switch and throws right-handed.
A. Jeimer Candelario was born in New York City, New York, United States, but he grew up in the Dominican Republic.
