Luis Arraez's contract details: salary, terms and career earnings

Luis Arraez's contract details: salary, terms and career earnings

Luis Arraez’s contract with the San Diego Padres for the 2025 season is a one-year deal worth $14 million, agreed upon in early January 2025. This arbitration-settled contract secures him through that season with full guarantees.

Luis Arraez in action during a game against the New York Mets at Nationals Park.
Luis Arraez watches his two-run home run against the New York Mets at Petco Park (L). The player warms up before a baseball game (R). Photo: Orlando Ramirez, Mitchell Layton (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • In January 2025, Luis Arraez signed a 1-year contract with the San Diego Padres of Major League Baseball for $14 million, fully guaranteed.
  • He previously played for the Minnesota Twins and the Miami Marlins, and his estimated cumulative career earnings are $47 million.
  • This contract covers his final arbitration-eligible season, and Arraez is set to become a full, unrestricted free agent in 2026.

Profile summary

Full nameLuis Sangel Arraez
NicknameLa Regadera
GenderMale
Date of birth9 April 1997
Age28 years old (as of 2025)
Zodiac signAries
Place of birthSan Felipe, Venezuela
Current residenceDoral, Florida, United States
NationalityVenezuelan
EthnicityHispanic
ReligionChristianity
SexualityStraight
Height in feet5’10”
Height in centimetres178
Weight in pounds175
Weight in kilograms79
Hair colourBlack
Eye colourDark brown
MotherMari Arraez
FatherErnesto Arraez
Siblings1
Marital statusMarried
PartnerGladys Arraez
Children1
ProfessionBaseball player
Instagram@arraezluis
TikTok@luisarraez2

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Luis Arraez’s contract: how much he stands to earn in 2025?

According to Spotrac, Luis Arraez entered 2025 arbitration eligible for the final time, and the result was a lucrative one-year deal worth $14 million with the San Diego Padres.

The contract, agreed upon in early January 2025, ensured he avoids the risk of arbitration hearings while guaranteeing him the full salary.

Luis Arraez walks to the field before an MLB game
Luis Arraez of the San Diego Padres walks to the dugout during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Photo: Vaughn Ridley
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Every dollar of the $14 million is guaranteed, reflecting his consistent batting averages and his reputation as one of baseball’s purest hitters. The timing of the deal was important, as it was reached just before the arbitration exchange deadline, which typically compels players and teams to either settle or risk a hearing.

The baseball player has expressed interest in a long-term deal that will see him stay at the club beyond 2025. Regarding his future with the San Diego Padres, he reportedly said:

It means a lot of good things. If they want to sign me, I want to stay here. This is business. I understand the business. But I hope I stay here for a long time.

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Prior season: 2024 salary and financial arrangements

In 2024, the baseball player signed a one-year, $10.6 million arbitration contract with the Miami Marlins. However, when he was traded mid-season to the San Diego Padres in May 2024, the terms of the deal changed.

Luis Arraez in action for the San Diego Padres
Luis Arraez of the San Diego Padres is up to bat in the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Photo: John Fisher
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The Miami Marlins agreed to cover nearly all of his remaining salary obligations, leaving the Padres responsible for only the league minimum, which is a prorated payment of approximately $592,796.

Luis Arraez's contract history and career earnings breakdown

The Venezuelan baseball infielder's contract history reflects his steady rise in Major League Baseball. From rookie deals to arbitration wins, each step has boosted his value. His career earnings breakdown shows how consistent performance has translated into financial growth.

SeasonMLB teamAnnual average salary
2025San Diego Padres$14,000,000
2024Miami Marlins$10,600,000
2023Miami Marlins$6,100,000
2022Minnesota Twins$2,125,000
2021Minnesota Twins$611,000
2020Minnesota Twins$596,000
2019Minnesota Twins$555,000
2013Minnesota Twins$40,000

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FAQs

  1. What position does Luis Arraez play? He primarily plays as a second baseman, but he is also versatile, with experience at first base and third base.
  2. What MLB teams has Luis Arraez played for? He has played for three MLB teams, including the Minnesota Twins (2019 – 2022), the Miami Marlins (2023 – 2024), and the San Diego Padres (2025 – present).
  3. What is Luis Arraez's salary? For the 2025 season, he is expected to earn $14 million with the San Diego Padres, the highest single-season salary of his career so far.
  4. How much is Luis Arraez's contract prediction? He is currently projected to command a multi-year deal worth $80 million when he reaches free agency, depending on his performance through 2025.
  5. Are there possibilities of Luis Arraez's contract extension? According to Sports Illustrated, MLB insider Jeff Passan listed the player as a contender to receive a $100 million contract following the end of his 2025 deal.
  6. When is Luis Arraez a free agent? He is set to become a free agent after the 2025 MLB season, giving him the chance to negotiate his first long-term contract.
  7. What are Luis Arraez’s total career earnings? By mid-2025, his total career earnings are estimated at $47.76 million.

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Luis Arraez’s contract reflects his steady rise as one of MLB’s most consistent hitters. His salary growth highlights both his value on the field and his arbitration success. With free agency approaching, his career earnings are projected to increase with the possibility of a long-term contract.

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