Yoenis Céspedes
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Injuries and Team Transitions
In 2013, Céspedes suffered injuries to his wrist, knee, and hamstring, which limited his playing time. He kept his fans informed of his recovery process through regular updates on Twitter. Despite the setbacks, he continued to be a valued player in the league.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 18 Oct, 1985
- Age
- 34 yrs
- Occupations
- Baseball player
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- Citizenship
- Cuba
- Birth Place
- Campechuela
- Gender
- Male
- Description
- Cuban baseball player
- Net Worth 2021
- 60 million
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The year 2014 was marked by multiple team transfers. He was traded from the Oakland Athletics to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for pitcher Jon Lester. Later that same year, he was traded again, this time to the Detroit Tigers. In 2015, Céspedes moved to the New York Mets, where his performance helped propel the team into the postseason.
New York Mets and Contract Success
Following his impactful year with the Mets, Céspedes signed a three-year, $75 million contract with the team in 2016. Due to his continued contributions, the contract was updated in 2017 to a four-year deal worth $110 million. This made him one of the highest-paid outfielders in baseball at the time.
Personal Life and Current Status
Yoenis Céspedes currently resides in Manhattan, New York City. He is married, but his wife’s name has not been publicly disclosed. He has a son, Yoenis Céspedes Jr., who still lives in Cuba. Yoenis has been unable to bring his son to the United States despite multiple attempts since their separation in 2011.
As of recent estimates, Céspedes earns an annual salary of approximately $22.5 million, and his net worth is valued around $30 million. His autograph remains highly sought after by collectors due to its rarity.
