Cedric Mullins
#31 CF · Rays
Silver Slugger '21
Height
5'7"
Weight
175 lbs
Age
31
College
Campbell
Draft
2015, Rd 13, #403
Experience
8 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/L
C+
C+
C-
N/A
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The Verdict on Cedric, in One Read
On the field, Cedric Mullins grades out as a middling CF for Rays (C+ Performance). That places him 34th of 66 graded center fielders. The money matches the play — the Contract Value Index lands at C+, fairly priced. The public read is mixed (C- Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score.
Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 876 | 0.24350116 | 106 | 353 | 0.72474355 | 157 | 740 |
| 2026 | | 52 | .186 | 4 | 17 | .556 | 10 | 33 |
| 2025 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$7.0M
Guaranteed
$4.2M
AAV
$7.0M/yr
Guaranteed %60%
Contract Value Index (CVI)
C+
Fair Value
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Cedric Mullins's value math nets a C+ Contract Value Index relative to comparable CF deals. At $7M AAV on a one-year contract, Mullins is priced as a depth-to-utility contributor rather than a core offensive piece—a fair reflection of his C+ performance grade and the gap between his 2021 Silver Slugger peak and his recent Baltimore tenure. The modest one-year structure works both directions: it limits the Rays' long-term financial exposure while signaling to Mullins that he's in a prove-it situation where production will determine his market value heading into free agency. At 31 and in the established veteran phase of his career, Mullins represents the kind of calculated, low-risk gamble Tampa Bay frequently deploys—a player with a legitimate accolade in his resume but no guarantee he'll recapture it. The recent team activity around rotation depth and roster maneuvering suggests the Rays view him as a stopgap solution in center field rather than a cornerstone piece, a framing consistent with the media narrative that questions whether Tampa Bay has a coherent plan for his role. If Mullins can translate the motivation narrative into consistent performance during the season's stretch run, he could prove the doubters wrong; if not, this contract will stand as a low-cost lesson in veteran reclamation gone sideways.
Performance Analysis
C+
FCA+
Cedric Mullins represents a solid veteran presence in center field for the Rays, earning a C+ performance grade that reflects his status as a dependable but unspectacular contributor at age 31. The 2021 Silver Slugger winner brings proven offensive credentials to Tampa Bay's outfield, though his current production appears to have settled into a more modest tier compared to his peak seasons. At this established veteran stage of his career, Mullins provides the kind of steady, if unremarkable, production that fits Tampa Bay's organizational philosophy of maximizing value from experienced players. His $7M annual salary creates reasonable expectations for solid contributions without the pressure of carrying the franchise. The media narrative around Mullins reflects organizational uncertainty about his long-term role, with headlines questioning whether the Rays have a clear plan for utilizing his skill set, suggesting he's viewed more as a reliable placeholder than a cornerstone piece. While fan sentiment remains cautiously optimistic, the mixed reception acknowledges both his past accolades and current limitations as he navigates the veteran phase where consistency and health will ultimately determine his remaining value to the organization.
Contracts in the Same Value Band
Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the C band — a quick read on where Cedric's contract sits relative to comparable money.
How Cedric Compares at the Position
Cedric Mullins ranks 34th of 66 graded center fielders by performance. That slots Cedric between Kameron Misner (C+) just ahead and Denzel Clarke (C) just behind.
Graded higher
Kameron MisnerRoyalsC+Michael HelmanRangersC+Oneil CruzPiratesC+Cedric MullinsC+
Graded lower
Denzel ClarkeAthleticsRecent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 6/16 | @ LAD | L 3-4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Sun, 6/14 | @ LAA | W 8-3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
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About this player
Cedric Mullins is a veteran in his 8th MLB season listed at CF for the Rays. FanVerdicts covers every MLB player, team, GM, and transaction — and puts your verdict on all of it. Sign in to cast your Fan Verdict on Cedric Mullins, see where the crowd lands, and argue the call. FanVerdicts also brings its own read — performance, sentiment, and Contract Value Index — as one honest input alongside the crowd's. Where FanVerdicts has weighed in so far: Contract Value Index C+, Performance C+, Sentiment C-.
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