Height
6'5"
Weight
217 lbs
Age
30
College
N/A
Draft
2015, Rd 8, #236
Experience
7 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsD+
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 118 | 4.641834 | 32-36 | 529 | 1.2154727 | 0.0 | 1 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$4.0M
Guaranteed
$2.4M
AAV
$4.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Chris Paddack's one-year, $4M deal with the Marlins earns a C+ CVI, reflecting a prudent bet on a solid starter with upside potential at a reasonable price point. The right-hander brings legitimate swing-and-miss stuff when healthy, posting strong strikeout rates early in his career before injuries derailed his momentum with the Padres and Twins. At $4M AAV, Miami is paying appropriate market value for a back-end rotation piece who could provide 25-30 starts and eat meaningful innings for a team still building toward contention. The short-term commitment gives both sides flexibility — Paddack can rebuild his value in a pitcher-friendly park while the Marlins avoid long-term risk on a pitcher with durability concerns. For a franchise prioritizing financial flexibility while their young position players develop, this represents the type of calculated roster-building move that could pay dividends if Paddack stays healthy. The grade reflects solid value without being a steal, as Miami gets rotation depth at fair market rate with limited downside exposure.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Chris Paddack, a starting pitcher for the Marlins, carries mixed-to-positive public sentiment based on their solid contributions. His B+ performance grade positions him as a solid contributor at the starting pitcher position. While he has yet to earn major individual awards, his contributions to the Marlins keep him in the conversation. On a contract worth $4.0M/year, the modest salary keeps pressure manageable while any breakout would be a bonus. Fan opinion is divided, with some appreciating his potential while others point to inconsistencies that temper enthusiasm. At 30, entering his prime window, the outlook remains positive as he approaches or occupies his peak years.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | @ DET | L 0-2 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Sun, 4/5 | @ NYY | W 7-6 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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