Ryan Howard equals a new record for a first-time eligible player by winning a salary of $10 million through arbitration

On February 21, 2008 — Ryan Howard equals a new record for a first-time eligible player by winning a salary of $10 million through arbitration. Alfonso Soriano had previously won $10 million in arbitration as well.

Howard will hit 48 homeruns and finish second in the MVP as he helps Philadelphia to there second world Title.
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