Height
5'11"
Weight
195 lbs
Age
28
College
N/A
Experience
3 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 219 | 0.24953096 | 8 | 59 | 0.67179024 | 15 | 133 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Andruw Monasterio's one-year, $0.8M deal with the Red Sox earns a C CVI — a straightforward depth signing that reflects his current value as a serviceable starter at shortstop. At this price point, Boston is essentially getting a competent glove and reliable presence in the middle infield without breaking the bank, which makes sense for a team still figuring out its long-term identity. Monasterio profiles as a solid defensive shortstop who won't hurt you in the field but likely caps out around 1-2 WAR production, making him more of a steady placeholder than a difference-maker. The short-term nature of the contract gives the Red Sox flexibility to either re-sign him if he exceeds expectations or pivot toward their prospect pipeline at shortstop without any meaningful financial commitment. For a rebuilding franchise that needs reliable veterans to mentor younger players while maintaining competitive respectability, this represents exactly the type of low-risk, moderate-reward move that keeps payroll manageable. The C grade reflects the contract's appropriate valuation of a player who brings defensive stability and veteran presence without the upside that would justify a premium investment.
Performance Analysis
Andruw Monasterio grades as a solid performer among MLB shortstops, earning a B- Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.250 batting average and a 0.672 OPS (below the league average of .720) this season. With 8 home runs and 59 RBI through 219 games (a 6-HR, 44-RBI pace over a full season), he brings limited power to the lineup. Andruw also contributes 15 stolen bases, adding a baserunning element to his profile. As a player entering his prime window at 28, Andruw is a key contributor for the Red Sox. A 219-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 4/8 | vs MIL | W 5-0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Mon, 4/6 | vs MIL | L 6-8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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