Michael Harris II

Born on March 7, 2001, Michael Harris II is an American baseball player who plays as a centre fielder for the Atlanta Braves of Major League Baseball (MLB).

In the 2019 MLB draft, Harris was selected by the Atlanta Braves. In exchange for a $548,000 bonus, he signed with the Braves, abandoning his plans to attend veterinary school and his pledge to play college baseball at Texas Tech University. In 2019, Harris was promoted to the Rome Braves after beginning his professional career with the Gulf Coast Braves. He batted for the two teams in 53 games .277/ .344/ .393 with 27 runs batted in and two home homers.

On May 28, 2022, Harris was promoted to the major leagues and made his debut the same day. He scored his first run and collected his first hit, a single, in the same game. On June 13, 2022, Harris launched his first home run of the season against the Washington Nationals. Harris, for his spectacular performances, received the NL Rookie of the Year award (2022).

Michael Harris II’s Personal Information

Michael Harris II’s Early Life

In the third round of the 2019 Major League Baseball draft, Harris was selected by the Atlanta Braves. He received a $548,000 bonus when he joined the Braves. He gave up his intention to pursue veterinarian school and his pledge to play collegiate baseball at Texas Tech University. Harris had only been recruited as a pitcher by the Louisiana State Tigers baseball club before thinking about Texas Tech.

Harris was promoted to the Rome Braves after beginning his professional career with the Gulf Coast Braves. He batted for the two teams in 53 games .277/ .344/ .393 with 27 runs batted in and two home homers.

The Braves invited him to spring training in 2021. He played for the Rome Braves during the 2021 season, when he slashed .294/ .362/ .436 with seven home runs, 64 RBI, and 27 stolen bases. He was chosen to participate in the All-Star Futures Game in June of that year.

Michael Harris II’s Personal Life

Michael Harris II, gave away his wallet to assist Jackson residents who were struggling with the city's water shortage. The 21-year-old, who spent a few months playing for the Mississippi Braves, a Double-A club, told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he views the Mississippi capital as a second home. The Journal-Constitution reports that Harris contributed $23,000 to assist anybody impacted by the situation.

Michael Harris II also served as an executive producer for the Documentary Film “Michael Harris II: the dream. The film has drawn over 100k views on Youtube. The film is featured on the Braves.com and on the club’s Youtube channel. The film was produced in-house with assistance from Charles Myers Films.

Michael Harris II’s Family Background

Michael Harris Sr. and LaTaucha Harris are the parents of Michael Harris II. From an early age, Harris had a passion for becoming a baseball player. They also have one daughter.

Harris was raised close to Turner Field and always desired to be a player for the Atlanta Braves. Harris grew up in Stockbridge, Georgia, and later attended Stockbridge High School. He spent his childhood in DeKalb and Henry counties.

Michael Harris II’s father Michael Harris Sr. was an Alcorn State college basketball player, he had a big impact on his son's interest in sports. In the middle of the 1980s, Michael Harris I, his father, was a standout player for veteran Alcorn State baseball coach Rat McGowan. He was very versatile. For the Alcorn Braves, the older Michael Harris, also known as Mike, played every position but catcher. One time, up against Rust College, he retired 26 straight hitters before settling for a one-hit shutout. He assisted the Alcorn Braves in defeating Alabama in a game played in Tuscaloosa as a junior. By the age of eighteen, he was in Atlanta playing semi-pro baseball.

Harris’s father could never begin to tally the hours he has spent at Gresham Park, particularly observing his son grow into the talent that attracted a lot of attention from colleges before agreeing to a $548,000 bonus deal with the Braves.

Michael Harris II’s Wife

Esther Starr is the Girlfriend of Michael Harris II. Since Michael Harris II was picked by the Atlanta Braves in 2019, there have been rumours that he and Esther Starr have been dating. Their exact meeting time and other details have not been revealed.

Michael Harris II’s Kids

The couple does not have any kids yet.

Michael Harris II’s Social Media

Michael Harris II has a sizable Instagram fan following. On Instagram, he has about 136k followers. He posts images of himself and his girlfriend playing games on social media. Through social media, he keeps his followers informed about both his personal and professional lives.

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Michael Harris II’s Net Worth

As of 2023, Michael Harris II’s net worth is $5 Million. His net worth is expected to rise over the coming years given his huge contract and endorsement deals.

Michael Harris II’s Brand Ambassador

Michael Harris II has yet to sign any brand ambassador deals. However, Harris has endorsed a lot of brands. Michael Harris II supports Candy Digital, Ride100 Percent, and the Fanatics. Fanatics, Inc. is an American firm that manufactures and sells licensed clothing for the NFL, NHL, MLS, MLB, NASCAR, Formula 1, and NPB. Candy Digital is the official NFT ecosystem for Major League Baseball.

Michael Harris II’s Investments

There is no information regarding Michael Harris II’s investments.

Michael Harris II’s Career Stats

In 2019, Harris was promoted to the Rome Braves after beginning his professional career with the Gulf Coast Braves. He batted for the two teams in 53 games 277/ 344/ 393 with 27 runs batted in and two home homers.

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Michael Harris II’s Achievements

Michael Harris II has many awards and achievements to his name, they are presented in a table format.

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Michael Harris II’s Contract

The Atlanta Braves and Michael Harris agreed to an 8-year contract worth $72,000,000, which included $72,000,000 guaranteed and an average salary of $9,000,000 per year. Harris's base pay in 2023 was $5,000,000, with a total compensation of $5,000,000.

The clauses in Harris' contract are as follows:

• 2031 Club Option contains a $5M buyout

• 2032 Club Option contains a $5M buyout (if 2031 is exercised)

• His unrestricted free agency will commence in 2033

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In 2019, Michael Harris II signed his first contract and got a signing bonus worth $555,000 with the Atlanta Braves. In 2022, Michael Harris II agreed to an arbitration contract worth $700,000 with the Atlanta Braves for a duration of 1-year. Finally, in 2023, Michael Harris II signed a pre-arbitration extension contract worth $72,000,000 with the Atlanta Braves for a duration of 8-years.

Michael Harris II’s Diet

Michael Harris II has not revealed any information regarding his diet plans.

Michael Harris II’s House

Michael Harris II hails from DeKalb County, Georgia. However, it has been revealed that he lives in Atlanta with his wife and family.

Michael Harris II’s Cars

Michael Harria II has quite a few cars in his collection. He seems to have a great love for cars. He owns a Ford Branco Apex Edition. It is blue in color. He also owns a BMW 7 SERIES i7 which he often drives to training and games