Height
5'11"
Weight
161 lbs
Age
27
College
N/A
Experience
6 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsD+
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 669 | 0.2533098 | 56 | 257 | 0.6984232 | 111 | 574 |
Current Contract
Length
7 years
Total Value
$106.5M
Guaranteed
$63.9M
AAV
$15.2M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Blue Jays' 7-year, $15.2M AAV commitment to Andres Gimenez represents a significant overpay for what amounts to a rotational-level second baseman, earning a D+ CVI that reflects poor contract value alignment. While Gimenez brings defensive versatility and has shown flashes of offensive competence, locking up $106.4M for a player who projects as a fringe starter flies in the face of sound roster construction, especially for a team still navigating their competitive timeline. The second base market typically offers more cost-effective solutions through free agency and internal development, making this deal particularly puzzling when Toronto could have addressed the position at a fraction of the cost. At 25, Gimenez theoretically enters his prime years, but his inconsistent offensive production and lack of standout tools suggest he's more likely to settle into a bench utility role than evolve into the everyday player this contract assumes. The lengthy commitment severely hampers the Blue Jays' financial flexibility during what should be crucial years for maximizing their young core's window, while blocking potential development opportunities for prospect Matthew Etzel and others in their system.
Performance Analysis
Andres Gimenez grades as an above average performer among MLB second basemen, earning a B Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.253 batting average and a 0.698 OPS (below the league average of .720) this season. With 56 home runs and 257 RBI through 669 games (a 14-HR, 62-RBI pace over a full season), he brings limited power to the lineup. His 111 stolen bases add an elite speed dimension that creates additional offensive value. As a player entering his prime window at 27, Andres is a key contributor for the Blue Jays. A 669-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
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