The average baseball salary increased 6.4% to...
The average baseball salary increased 6.4% to a record $438,729 in 1988, according to figures compiled by the Major League Players Assn.
Designated hitters were the highest-paid players, earning an average of $927,276, according to the study. Relief pitchers were the lowest-paid, making an average of $359,435.
The New York Yankees were the highest-paid team, earning a record average of $718,670. The previous record was $657,657 for the 1986 Atlanta Braves, who this year ranked 19th at $384,641.
The Detroit Tigers were second at $612,326, followed by the Boston Red Sox at $610,172 and the New York Mets at $605,895.
The World Series champion Dodgers were fifth at $573,441 after being 15th in 1987 at $404,745.
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