AP study finds MLB’s average salary was a record $5.34M on opening day, with Mets leading spending again

By The Associated Press

Posted Apr 9, 2026 10:01:49 AM.

Last Updated Apr 9, 2026 10:13:21 AM.

NEW YORK (AP) — AP study finds MLB’s average salary was a record $5.34M on opening day, with Mets leading spending again.

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