Rowdy Tellez was poised to earn a $250,000 bonus while with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Rowdy Tellez's Unearned Bonus with the Pittsburgh Pirates
While playing for the Pittsburgh Pirates, first baseman Rowdy Tellez had a performance bonus in his contract that he came very close to earning. This specific bonus was valued at $250,000.
Tellez was only four plate appearances shy of meeting the criteria required to trigger this substantial bonus. However, before he could reach this threshold, the Pittsburgh Pirates made the decision to designate him for assignment (DFA). This action effectively removed him from the team's active roster and prevented him from accumulating the necessary plate appearances to qualify for the bonus.
The situation highlights a common aspect of professional sports contracts, where incentives tied to specific performance metrics can be directly impacted by team management decisions, even when a player is on the verge of achieving a financial milestone.
Bonus Details Summary
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Player | Rowdy Tellez |
| Team | Pittsburgh Pirates |
| Bonus Amount | $250,000 |
| Condition | Plate appearances (specific number) |
| Status | Four plate appearances shy |
| Outcome | Designated for Assignment (DFA'd) before earning |
