Michael Harris II and Esther Starr (Image source: Instagram) Michael Harris II is one of the most promising young players in the world of baseball. The Atlanta Braves’ dynamic center fielder is a man of speed, defense, and rising offensive prowess. Off the field, Harris is a man of notable stature not just for his earnings, but also for his personal life with long-time girlfriend turned wife, Esther Starr. Together, they are one of the rising young couples in MLB whose relationship tale is about baseball, earnings, and life in the limelight.
Michael Harris II and the rising earnings and endorsements
Harris boasts of a strong financial picture with its foundation set in its contract with the Atlanta Braves. In August 2022, he signed an 8-year, $72 million extension with Atlanta that has him remaining in Braves Country at least until 2030 and possibly to the 2032 season with two team options, taking the overall value to a maximum of $102 million. As per the deal, Harris’s annual salary increases over the years, estimated to reach $8 million in 2025-26, with an increment of $4 million in the following years to reach $12 million. This contract will accord him a rare long-term stability for a player still in his early 20s, fixing his position in the major league as he proceeds to excel in his career.Harris’s marketability has increased with the growth of his profile, particularly upon winning National League Rookie of the Month awards. He has started to receive endorsement deals, merchandise focus, and paid appearances, providing additional revenue to his Braves compensation.
Off the field and life with Esther Starr.
Esther Starr has been a part of Harris’s journey for years. The two were dating as Harris ascended the minor league and celebrated being publicly engaged before getting married. Although Starr maintains a moderately low profile compared to her husband, Starr does post bits of their life together on social media, including celebrations and travels, giving the fans a glimpse into their non-baseball life.Starr does not have publicly recorded income like her husband. The couple lives comfortably together in Atlanta, as the only place where Harris has lived his childhood and where he currently plays professional baseball. The more Harris’s career rises to the pinnacle of his fame, the more his earnings will ascend, making them one of the most captivating young couples in the history of the MLB.Also Read: MLB trade rumors: Atlanta Braves could chase $54 million Houston Astros star to make roster healthy ahead of deadline