The Miami Marlins had initially offered $2.325 million to Aguilar, who had insisted on a salary of $2.575. It was the smallest difference of those seeking arbitration this offseason, but that’s not to say it wasn’t worth it for Aguilar. The $250K difference is more than the “average” United States citizen makes in four years. Since baseball players are signed strictly on supply and demand, the players should be trying to get whatever they can. If there’s someone willing to pay it, why not ask?
In addition to Aguilar’s case, Brian Goodwin won his case against the Los Angeles Angels for $2.