The Atlanta Braves have a total tax payroll of $256,078,756 for the 2026 season.
Where Do the Braves Rank in MLB Payroll for 2026?
According to Spotrac, the Braves are ninth in total tax payroll this season.
Here’s a look at where the Braves have ranked in total payroll in recent years:
- 2025: $234,800,685 (10th)
- 2024: $276,144,038 (fourth)
- 2023: $248,797,681 (seventh)
- 2022: $214,092,505 (eighth)
- 2021: $172,630,704 (13th)
Who Makes the Most Money on the Braves in 2026?
Austin Riley makes the most money on the Braves, earning a $21.2 million salary for the 2026 season.
Highest-Paid Braves Players in 2026
| Rank | Player | 2026 Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Austin Riley | $21.2 million |
| 2 | Matt Olson | $21 million |
| 3 | Ha-Seong Kim | $20 million |
| 4 | Chris Sale | $18 million |
| 5 | Raisel Iglesias | $16 million |
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