This day in baseball: Joe D’s new salary Precious Sanders 9 years ago On February 7, 1949, Joe DiMaggio signed a contract with the Yankees for $100,000. It was the first six-figure contract ever in the major leagues. Heritage Auctions Share this: This day in baseball: The Mick cashing inDecember 13, 201420th CenturyThis day in baseball: DiMaggio’s debutMay 3, 201420th CenturyThis day in baseball: DiMaggio retiresDecember 11, 201720th Century