The Los Angeles Dodgers successfully defended their World Series title, defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 in a thrilling Game 7 at Rogers Centre on Saturday night.
With this victory, the Dodgers became the first team since the New York Yankees (1999–2000) to win back-to-back World Series championships — cementing their place among baseball’s modern dynasties. As celebrations erupted, attention quickly turned to the financial rewards awaiting both teams.
How MLB Distributes World Series Prize Money
Major League Baseball divides postseason gate receipts among the playoff teams, with the World Series champions receiving the largest portion of the pool.
Last year, the Dodgers earned 36 percent ($46.47 million) of the $129 million postseason pool after defeating the Yankees in the 2024 World Series. Their players took home approximately $477,440 each, while the Yankees — the runners-up — earned $354,571 per player from their 24 percent share.
Dodgers vs. Blue Jays: Estimated 2025 World Series Earnings
According to Sportico, the Dodgers’ 2025 World Series triumph is expected to bring their players nearly $500,000 each, while the Blue Jays’ roster will likely receive around $350,000 per player for their runner-up finish.
The postseason pool is determined by the total gate receipts from all playoff rounds, including:
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Two games in the Wild Card Series
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Three games in each Division Series
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Four games each in the League Championship Series and World Series
With packed stadiums and record viewership numbers, this year’s pool is projected to rival — or even surpass — last year’s total.
How MLB’s Payout Compares to Other Major Leagues
While MLB offers one of the most lucrative postseason prize structures, it still trails the NBA in championship payouts.
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The NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder (2025) distributed $828,000 per player after their Finals victory earlier this year.
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The NFL’s 2024 Super Bowl winners, the Philadelphia Eagles, awarded $357,000 per player for their triumph over the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Meanwhile, the NHL’s Florida Panthers, who secured their third straight Stanley Cup title, shared $250,000 per player.
Despite the NBA’s higher player payouts, MLB’s postseason revenue structure—driven by larger gate receipts and multiple playoff rounds—makes its overall pool one of the biggest in professional sports.
Dodgers Cement Their Legacy
For the Dodgers, this latest championship not only adds another trophy to their collection but also reinforces their dominance in modern baseball. From star performances to record earnings, Los Angeles continues to set the benchmark for excellence — both on the field and at the bank.
