Deserving Earners
While we may mock the well-to-do members of society and their astronomically priced yet affordable accessories, we recognize the value they bring to the community at large, making the world a better place. After all, a penny saved is a penny earned, and who is to fault the richest people on the planet for studying hard, making sound moral choices and setting a great example of life choices for kids to follow. Considering the criteria and earning potential, there is no more honorable profession than that of professional athlete. Worshipped at electronic thrones according to seasonally observed holidays and with giant multi-thousand seat monuments erected towards their tribute in nearly every major city, to play pro sports is to reach the pinnacle of American achievement, godlike status among morals. Take note of these, the highest paid players in across the leagues, and remember, if you can run fast enough, jump high enough or hit hard enough, no one cares if you can read this
Major League Baseball:
Alex Rodriguez New York Yankees, 10-year contract worth 275,000,000
National Basketball Association:
Kobe Bryant Los Angeles Lakers, 7-year contract worth 136,000,000
National Football League:
Tom Brady New England Patriots, 48,500,000 guaranteed
National Hockey League:
Alexander Ovechkin Washington Capitals, 13-year contract worth124,000,000