Height
6'8"
Weight
230 lbs
Age
28
College
N/A
Experience
2 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 49 | 5.9112425 | 2-5 | 48 | 1.6508876 | 0.0 | 0 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Cardinals secured a low-risk depth piece in reliever Chris Roycroft with this $0.8M one-year deal, earning a C+ CVI that reflects solid value for a serviceable starter in today's bullpen market. At under $1M annually, St. Louis is essentially paying replacement-level wages for a pitcher who profiles as a back-end rotation or middle relief option — the type of signing that looks shrewd if he outperforms expectations and carries minimal downside if he doesn't stick. Roycroft's serviceable starter designation suggests he can provide innings and keep his team competitive, which has real value for a Cardinals organization balancing competitive aspirations with payroll constraints. The short-term commitment preserves roster flexibility while giving the club a chance to evaluate whether he fits their long-term plans, particularly important as they continue developing their pitching pipeline. This deal exemplifies smart roster construction — paying appropriately for proven MLB-level talent without hampering future moves, making it the kind of under-the-radar signing that often pays dividends over a full season.
Performance Analysis
Chris Roycroft grades as a solid performer among MLB relief pitchers, earning a B- Performance grade. He carries a 5.56 ERA (well above the league average of 4.20, a significant concern) and a 1.56 WHIP across 55.0 innings pitched with a 7.9 K/9 rate. His 2-5 record provides context on team support and run prevention. As a sophomore at 28, Chris is a key contributor for the Cardinals.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 4/4 | @ DET | L 6-11 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Fri, 4/3 | @ DET | L 0-4 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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