Height
5'11"
Weight
224 lbs
Age
27
College
N/A
Experience
7 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/L
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsA
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 185 | 3.433281 | 23-11 | 214 | 1.2150707 | 0.0 | 5 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$3.9M
Guaranteed
$2.3M
AAV
$3.9M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Adrian Morejon's one-year, $3.9M AAV deal earns a B+ CVI, reflecting solid value for a reliever who has dramatically elevated his game with newfound velocity and command. The 27-year-old's A-grade performance, highlighted by his ability to now hit triple digits on the radar gun, makes this contract look like a bargain for a pitcher who has evolved from promising prospect to legitimate late-innings weapon. At just under $4M for a 7-year veteran entering his prime, the Padres are paying reasonable market rate for what appears to be above-average relief production, especially given the premium on high-velocity arms in today's bullpen market. The short-term commitment actually works in San Diego's favor here — they're getting Morejon's best stuff without long-term risk, while positioning themselves perfectly for the contract extension that beat writers are already demanding. With media coverage treating him like a discovered gem and his velocity spike creating genuine excitement about shutdown closer potential, this deal captures significant upside at a manageable price point. The one-year term provides flexibility to reassess after what could be a breakout campaign, making this the type of shrewd roster building that maximizes talent evaluation while controlling costs.
Performance Analysis
Adrian Morejon grades as a near-elite performer among MLB relief pitchers, earning a A- Performance grade. He carries a 3.43 ERA (below the league average of 4.20, a strong mark) and a 1.22 WHIP across 212.1 innings pitched with a 9.1 K/9 rate. His 23-11 record with 5 saves provides context on team support and run prevention. A 9.1 K/9 rate indicates above-average swing-and-miss stuff. As a player entering his prime window at 27, Adrian is a key contributor for the Padres. A 185-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 4/11 | vs COL | W 5-2 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Fri, 4/10 | vs COL | W 7-3 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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