What is Bobby Abreu's Net Worth?
Bobby Abreu, a retired American professional baseball player, boasts a net worth of $40 million. Known by nicknames "El Comedulce" and "La Leche," Abreu was a distinguished outfielder in Major League Baseball (MLB) and played for teams such as the Houston Astros, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Yankees, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Mets.
Early Life
Bob Kelly Abreu was born on March 11, 1974, in Turmero, Aragua State, Venezuela. After participating in the Venezuelan winter baseball league, he was signed as an amateur free agent by the Houston Astros in August 1990, standing at 6 feet tall and weighing 220 pounds.
Baseball Career
During his tenure with the Houston Astros, Abreu was honored as the Astros' minor league player of the year in 1996, and shortly after, he made his major league debut. In 1998, he transitioned to the Philadelphia Phillies, where his stellar performance made him one of the highest-paid outfielders in the league. Abreu's accolades with the Phillies included winning the National League All-Star Final Vote by MLB.com and being named National League Player of the Month for his extraordinary performance in 2005.
In 2006, Abreu joined the New York Yankees, followed by a move to the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in 2009 on a one-year contract. As an Angel, he secured the American League Player of the Month title. Abreu remained with the Angels for two more years before signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2012 as a pinch hitter. After a second stint with the Phillies in 2013, he signed a minor league deal with the New York Mets and retired in September 2014.
Throughout his career, Abreu was a two-time All-Star, and he won both a Rawlings Gold Glove Award and a Silver Slugger Award. Notably, he is one of 13 players to have achieved the 30-30 club (home runs and stolen bases) in two seasons and one of seven players to record at least 900 career extra-base hits and steal at least 400 bases. Abreu finished his career with a .291 batting average, 2,470 hits, 288 home runs, 1,363 runs batted in, and 400 stolen bases.
Contracts & Career Earnings
In February 2009, Abreu penned a one-year, $5 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Later that year, he secured a two-year, $19 million deal with the Angels. Across his 18-season MLB career, Abreu amassed nearly $125 million in salary alone.
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Personal Life
Bobby Abreu was in a relationship with former Miss Universe Alicia Machado, but they eventually called off their engagement.
Abreu was also known for his charitable endeavors. In 2003 and 2004, he purchased $10,000 worth of tickets for most Friday night games to donate to children in his Abreu's Amigos organization. For his community efforts, he received the Phillies Community Service award in 2004 and was the team's representative for MLB's Roberto Clemente Award. In 2008, he contributed to the Police Athletic League of New York City through his Abreu's Finest charity.
