Ranking of Major American Sports Clubs by Player Salaries and Attendance (with Summaries)

Soccer (MLS)
Soccer is rapidly growing in popularity in the U.S., with Major League Soccer (MLS) attracting significant fan engagement and international talent.

1. LA Galaxy
   • Average Player Salary: $1.3 million
   • Average Attendance per Game: 25,000
   • Team Value: $485 million
2. Atlanta United FC
   • Average Player Salary: $1.2 million
   • Average Attendance per Game: 45,000
   • Team Value: $500 million
3. Seattle Sounders FC
   • Average Player Salary: $1.1 million
   • Average Attendance per Game: 40,000
   • Team Value: $405 million

Mixed Martial Arts (UFC)
The UFC is the premier organization in mixed martial arts, featuring high-profile fighters and lucrative pay-per-view events, drawing large audiences.

1. Conor McGregor
   • Estimated Earnings: $3 million per fight
   • Average Attendance per Event: 15,000
2. Dustin Poirier
   • Estimated Earnings: $1.5 million per fight
   • Average Attendance per Event: 12,000
3. Khabib Nurmagomedov (retired)
   • Estimated Earnings: $2 million per fight
   • Average Attendance per Event: 18,000

NASCAR
NASCAR is a popular motorsport in the U.S., known for its thrilling races and passionate fanbase, featuring multi-million dollar sponsorship deals.

1. Joe Gibbs Racing
   • Average Driver Salary: $3 million
   • Average Attendance per Race: 80,000
   • Team Value: $300 million
2. Hendrick Motorsports
   • Average Driver Salary: $2.8 million
   • Average Attendance per Race: 70,000
   • Team Value: $350 million
3. Team Penske
   • Average Driver Salary: $2.5 million
   • Average Attendance per Race: 60,000
   • Team Value: $250 million

Lacrosse (NLL)
Lacrosse is one of the fastest-growing sports in North America, with the National Lacrosse League (NLL) promoting a fast-paced and exciting game.

1. Buffalo Bandits
   • Average Player Salary: $30,000
   • Average Attendance per Game: 14,000
   • Team Value: $10 million
2. Toronto Rock
   • Average Player Salary: $28,000
   • Average Attendance per Game: 12,000
   • Team Value: $9 million
3. Colorado Mammoth
   • Average Player Salary: $25,000
   • Average Attendance per Game: 10,000
   • Team Value: $8 million

Note: Values are estimates and may vary by source. Each sport has its unique appeal and demographic, contributing to its growth and the financial success of its teams.