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MLB Star Gerrit Cole’s net worth reaches a milestone, his new deal with the New York Yankees makes him richer

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Gerrit Cole is an American baseball player here is more about his net worth, salary, records, and endorsements. Also, read more about the richest MLB players here.

Cole is a baseball player, currently, playing for the New York Yankees in the Major Baseball League. He plays as a pitcher in the League. Let us know more about his net worth, salary, personal details, etc.

Gerrit Cole

Gerrit Cole Facts

Birth PlaceNewport Beach, California, U.S.
Father’s NameMark Cole
Mother’s NameSharon Cole
Star SignVirgo
CollegeUniversity of California
Net Worth$50 Million
Age34
Date of BirthSeptember 8, 1990
Height6 ft 4
Weight220 lb
NationalityAmerica
MLB Draft Year2013
MLB Draft PickNA
Playing Career2013– Present
PositionStarting pitcher
BattedRight
ThrewRight
TeamsPittsburgh Pirates (2013–2017)
Houston Astros (2018–2019)
New York Yankees (2020–present)
Wife/GirlfriendAmy Crawford
ChildrenCaden Gerrit Cole
EndorsementsRawlings

Gerrit Cole Career

Gerrit Cole is a Major League Baseball (MLB) pitcher who has established himself as one of the top pitchers in the game. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates as the first overall pick in the 2011 MLB draft and spent his first five seasons with the Pirates before being traded to the Houston Astros in 2018. Cole has since become one of the most dominant pitchers in the game, with a powerful fastball, a devastating slider, and a tremendous ability to strike out opposing hitters.

In his first season with the Astros, Cole went 15-5 with a 2.88 ERA and 203 strikeouts, earning him his first All-Star selection and helping the Astros reach the World Series. The following season, Cole had an even better year, going 20-5 with a 2.50 ERA and a league-leading 326 strikeouts, earning him his first Cy Young award.

In December 2019, Cole signed a nine-year, $324 million contract with the New York Yankees, making him the highest-paid pitcher in MLB history. In his first season with the Yankees, Cole went 8-3 with a 2.84 ERA and led the league in strikeouts for the second consecutive season. He was also dominant in the postseason, helping the Yankees reach the World Series and earning him his first championship ring.

Despite being one of the best pitchers in the game, Cole is also known for his intense competitiveness and his willingness to go the extra mile in his preparation and training. He is highly respected by his teammates and coaches, and his hard work and dedication have earned him a reputation as a true leader both on and off the field.

Gerrit Cole Achievements

  • 6× All-Star (2015, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023)
  • 3× All-MLB First Team (2019, 2021, 2023)
  • All-MLB Second Team (2020)
  • AL ERA leader (2019, 2022)
  • 2× MLB strikeout leader (2019, 2022)
  • AL wins leader (2021)

Gerrit Cole Contract & Salary Details

Current Contract:9 yr(s) / $324,000,000
Signing Bonus
Average Salary$36,000,000
Free Agent:2029 / UFA

Cole signed a 9-year/$324 million contract with New York Yankees that includes a $36 million average annual salary. It is a pretty good signing by Cole at the start of his long career, it is quite obvious that he will land some bigger contracts than the current one in the near future.

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Gerrit Cole Net Worth and Salary by Year

From 2013 to 2022, Cole’s yearly salary skyrocketed from $490,000 to $36 million as he established himself as one of the premier hitters in Major League Baseball, and his net worth followed suit, growing from nothing to a reported $36 million through endorsements, investments, and signing bonuses.

As of 2024, Cole has an impressive net worth of $50 million. His major source of income is baseball and doesn’t have any family business to look upon. It is evident that Cole will add numbers to his net worth in the near future. And there are chances that he might enter into the top-paid players list. Gerrit Cole earns an average MLB salary of $36 million and his overall earnings will cross the $350 million mark with the new MLB deal.

Gerrit Cole Personal Life

Cole was born to his parents, Mark Cole and Sharon Cole on September 8, 1990. He is not the only child, he has a sister, Erin Cole. Cole was born into a wealthy family. Further details about his parents are not available as of now.

Cole and his family

Cole married his long-term girlfriend, Amy Crawford. The couple was blessed with a baby boy named Caden Cole in 2020 and they were blessed with another boy named Everett Cole in 2023. Cole and Amy are having a great time together.

Gerrit Cole Endorsement

Cole has only one endorsement from Rawlings. He also cracked deals with Nike and Fanatics during his peak days. He has all the capabilities to perform well and gain more high-paying sponsors and endorsements in the near future. The number of endorsers and sponsors will soon increase and queue up for signing a contract with Cole.

FAQs on Gerrit Cole

(Q) What is the net worth of  Gerrit Cole?
His net worth is $50 Million.
(Q) When was  Gerrit Cole drafted?
He was drafted in 2013.
(Q) How old is  Gerrit Cole?
Born on September 8, 1990, He is 34 years old.
(Q) How tall is  Gerrit Cole?
He is 6 ft 4 in tall.
(Q) At which position does Gerrit Cole play?
He is a Starting pitcher for the New York Yankees.
(Q) Is Gerrit Cole married?
Yes, he is married to Amy Crawford.

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