Jesse Winker, also known as ‘Bird’, is an American professional baseball player. He plays the position of an outfielder in the Major Leagues. He was born on August 17, 1993, in Buffalo, New York, U.S.
The outfielder attended Olympia High School in Orlando, Florida. Although he was supposed to attend college at the University of Florida and play for the team there, he opted out for debuting his baseball career. Right after high school, he was selected in the 2012 MLB draft. He was selected in the first round and was the 49th overall choice.
Jesse debuted his MLB career in 2017 with the Cincinnati Reds. He has also played for teams like Seattle Mariners. Currently, he is playing for the Milwaukee Brewers. Jesse was an All-Star in 2021.
Jesse Winker’s Contract Breakdown
| Year | Base Salary | SigningBonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2012 | - | $1,000,000 | $1,000,000 | - | $1,000,000 |
| 2017 | $535,000 | - | $535,000 | - | $535,000 |
| 2018 | $545,000 | - | $545,000 | - | $545,000 |
| 2019 | $580,000 | - | $580,000 | - | $580,000 |
| 2020 | $605,000 | - | $605,000 | - | $605,000 |
| 2021 | $3,150,000 | - | $3,150,000 | - | $3,150,000 |
| 2022 | $14,500,000 | - | $14,500,000 | - | $6,250,000 |
How much is Jesse Winker getting paid?
Jesse Winker’s latest contract was made in 2022 with the Seattle Mariners. It is worth $14.5 million and has a duration of two years. The average salary he will be receiving on this contract is $7.25 million.
The outfielder's first contract was with the Cincinnati Reds and was made in 2012. It was a signing bonus worth $1 million for the duration of one year. He continued to make contracts with the Cincinnati Reds until the 2021 season. His second contract was in 2017, worth $535,000 for one year.
In 2018, Jesse made another contract worth $545,000 for one year. Another one-year deal was made, which was worth $580,000 in 2019. For the 2020 season, his contract was for $605,000 for one year. In 2021, the outfielder signed a contract worth $3.15 million for one year.
How much does Jesse Winker make in a minute?
As per the contract, Jesse’s annual salary in 2023 was $8,250,000. If this amount is divided by the total number of minutes in a year (i.e., 525,600 minutes), Jesse Winker makes $15.69 in a minute, per year.
Jesse Winker’s Career Earnings
Jesse Winker’s career earnings are estimated at around $20,232,914. This includes his total salary in his career, approximately $19,232,914, and the bonuses he received in his entire career, which is $1,000,000.
From 2022 to 2023, the outfielder made an amazing $14,500,000 with his salary and bonuses added into this amount. In the year 2022, he earned $6,250,000 and he earned a total amount of $8,250,000 in 2023.
What are the terms of Jesse Winker’s contract?
Jesse Winker signed a contract with the Seattle Mariners for the duration of two years. It is worth $14.5 million. The average salary that will be received on the contract is $7.25 million. The contract also includes various incentives for gaining awards or achievements.
For winning the MVP title, he will receive $150,000 as an incentive, for WS MVP he will receive $100,000. For winning the title of LCS MVP, Silver Slugger, and Gold Glove he will receive the incentive of $50,000 for each title. For winning the title of an All-Star he will earn $25,000.
For making a plate appearance also he will receive an incentive. For Plate Appearances for 500 and 550, he will earn $100,000 (for each appearance). For the plate appearance 600, he will receive $200,000.
How much of Jesse Winker’s contract is guaranteed?
Jesse Winker’s contract guarantees him a total of $14.5 million in the duration of two years.
Jesse Winker’s Contract History
2012: The outfielder made his first contract with the Cincinnati Reds for one year, which was worth $1 million.
2017: The one-time All-Star signed a $535,000 deal with the same team for one year.
2018: Jesse Winker signed a one-year deal with the Reds. The contract was worth approximately $545,000.
2019: The outfielder signed a $580,000 deal with the same team for one year.
2020: Jesse signed a $605,000 deal with the Cincinnati Reds for one year.
2021: Jesse Winker made a contract worth $3.15 million for one year with the same team.
2022: Jesse Winker made a $14.5 million deal with the Seattle Mariners for two years. The average salary on the contract was $7.25 million.
FAQs
A. Jesse Winker was traded to the Milwaukee Brewers from the Seattle Mariners in 2022.
A. Jesse Winker signed a contract worth $14.5 million for the duration of two years with the Mariners. His average salary is $7.25 million.
A. Jesse Winker will become a free agent after his current contract ends, which is in the 2024 season.
A. Jesse Winker has a daughter named Wren. She was born on May 27, 2020.
