Height
6'3"
Weight
215 lbs
Age
32
College
Nebraska
Draft
2014, Rd 19, #558
Experience
9 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/L
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsB
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 387 | 3.7965066 | 21-20 | 429 | 1.3152839 | 0.0 | 5 |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$13.0M
Guaranteed
$7.8M
AAV
$6.5M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Aaron Bummer's two-year, $13M deal with the Braves earns a C+ CVI, reflecting a solid but unremarkable investment in bullpen depth. At $6.5M annually, the Braves are paying above-average starter money for a reliever who has shown flashes of dominance but carries enough volatility to make this a moderate risk. Bummer's track record includes stretches of elite performance mixed with concerning inconsistency, making him the type of pitcher who could either anchor the back end of Atlanta's bullpen or become an expensive middle-relief option. The two-year commitment provides reasonable flexibility while addressing the Braves' immediate need for left-handed relief depth as they push through their competitive window. Given the inflated reliever market and Bummer's proven ability to miss bats when healthy, this deal represents fair market value rather than a steal or overpay. The Braves clearly prioritized experience over upside, betting that Bummer's veteran presence can stabilize a bullpen that has been a question mark in recent postseason runs.
Performance Analysis
Aaron Bummer grades as a near-elite performer among MLB relief pitchers, earning a A- Performance grade. He carries a 3.80 ERA (near the league average of 4.20) and a 1.32 WHIP across 381.2 innings pitched with a 10.1 K/9 rate. His 21-20 record with 5 saves provides context on team support and run prevention. His strikeout rate of 10.1 per nine innings ranks among the best in the league, showing dominant swing-and-miss ability. As a prime-age veteran at 32, Aaron is a key contributor for the Braves. A 387-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | vs CLE | W 11-5 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Wed, 4/8 | @ LAA | W 7-2 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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