Height
5'10"
Weight
215 lbs
Age
28
College
N/A
Experience
5 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsD+
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 675 | 0.25313383 | 86 | 340 | 0.7235254 | 3 | 626 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$7.7M
Guaranteed
$4.6M
AAV
$7.7M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Brewers' decision to bring in Andrew Vaughn on a one-year, $7.7M deal earns a C CVI grade — a middling investment that reflects both the player's limitations and Milwaukee's pragmatic approach to first base. Vaughn profiles as a rotational player who can provide adequate offense against lefties and serve as a depth piece, but his defensive shortcomings and inconsistent power output make this a decidedly average value proposition. At $7.7M AAV, Milwaukee is paying market rate for a below-average starter, which isn't ideal but offers roster flexibility as they navigate their competitive window with financial constraints. The short-term commitment makes sense given Vaughn's age-26 season could yield modest improvement, though his ceiling remains that of a platoon bat rather than an everyday solution at first base. For a Brewers organization known for maximizing value, this represents a safe but uninspiring move that fills a need without moving the needle significantly. The deal won't hurt Milwaukee's payroll flexibility, but it also won't provide the offensive upgrade they likely need to complement their strong pitching core in what could be a pivotal 2025 season.
Performance Analysis
Andrew Vaughn grades as an All-Star caliber performer among MLB first basemen, earning a B+ Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.253 batting average and a 0.724 OPS (near the league average of .720) this season. With 86 home runs and 339 RBI through 674 games (a 21-HR, 81-RBI pace over a full season), he brings moderate power to the lineup. As a player entering his prime window at 27, Andrew is a key contributor for the Brewers. A 674-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
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