Exploring Bobby Bonilla's Legendary Contract and Retirement Planning in New Film 'The Big Deal'
Bobby Bonilla's Timeless Lesson in Financial Security
In an innovative new short film titled The Big Deal, Front Office Sports unpacks the incredible legacy of former Major League Baseball player Bobby Bonilla. Premiering in collaboration with Nuveen, this film takes viewers through Bonilla's groundbreaking contract and its financial implications for athletes and everyday Americans alike.
For many, Bonilla is best known for his unique financial foresight exemplified in a contract that continues to generate annual income even decades after his retirement. Originally signed in 2000, Bonilla deferred payments for 10 years as a strategic move that now guarantees him an annual payout of $1.2 million every July 1 until 2035—a date celebrated amongst baseball fans as