Justin Morneau is a Canadian retired baseball first baseman who played in  Major League Baseball (MLB) From 2003-2016. Drafted by the Minnesota Twins, he played for the team until 2013 and then with Pittsburgh Pirates, Colorado Rookies, and Chicago White Sox. 

British Columbia native, Justin Morneau was born on May 15, 1981, under the star sign Taurus. The forty years old holds an American nationality and is of white ethnic background. He stands  6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) tall and weighs 220 pounds (100 kg).

Justin Morneau Net Worth 2023 & Contract

As of 2023, Justin Morneau's net worth is estimated at an impressive $35 million. Justin's journey through Major League Baseball is a testament to both his skill on the field and his ability to secure substantial contracts. His career began in earnest on March 4, 2005, when he signed a one-year deal worth $345,000 with the Minnesota Twins.

 The following year, he continued to show his value by agreeing to a $385,000 contract for another season with the Twins. However, it was on February 2, 2007, that Morneau's financial prospects took a significant leap as he inked a one-year contract worth a whopping $4.5 million with Minnesota.

The turning point came on January 25, 2008, when Morneau solidified his position as a cornerstone player for the Twins by securing a six-year, $80 million contract – a testament to his prowess as a player and the team's confidence in his abilities. His time with Minnesota showcased his dedication and contribution to the sport.

Even after leaving the Twins, Morneau's talent remained evident as he embarked on a two-year, $12.5 million contract with the Colorado Rockies on December 3, 2013. A notable turn came in 2015 when Colorado declined a $9 million option for 2016, leading Morneau to a one-year, $1 million contract with the Chicago White Sox on June 9, 2016. 

Justin Morneau's Wife, Krista Martin & Children

Justin Morneau is married to Minnesota native Krista Martin. The couple tied the knot on January 10, 2009, at Landmark Center in St. Paul, Minnesota. Further, the couple shares five children. 

The Morneau family lives in a house in his hometown of New Westminster which is just four blocks from Queen's Park, where he grew up playing hockey and baseball. 

Further, Morneau and his wife established, The Justin Morneau Foundation to support underprivileged communities with an emphasis on those where the Morneaus have lived.