Height
5'11"
Weight
192 lbs
Age
24
College
Miami
Experience
1 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/L
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 47 | 0.20610687 | 4 | 19 | 0.67985356 | 4 | 27 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Guardians secured solid value by locking up CJ Kayfus at just $0.8M for one year, earning a B- CVI that reflects smart roster management for a team in transition. As a solid starter at first base, Kayfus brings reliable production at baseball's least scarce position, where even modest offensive contributions can justify a sub-million dollar investment. This deal gives Cleveland flexibility to evaluate their long-term plans at the position while getting dependable at-bats from a player who won't break their payroll constraints. The short-term commitment makes perfect sense for an organization known for developing talent internally—if Kayfus exceeds expectations, they can explore an extension, and if not, they're not tied down beyond 2024. While first basemen typically need to provide above-average offensive value to truly move the needle, this contract represents the type of low-risk, potentially high-reward move that allows the Guardians to allocate resources elsewhere while maintaining competitive depth. The B- CVI reflects a reasonable market-rate deal that serves both parties' immediate needs without creating long-term complications.
Performance Analysis
CJ Kayfus grades as an above average performer among MLB first basemen, earning a B Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.220 batting average and a 0.707 OPS (below the league average of .720) this season. With 4 home runs and 19 RBI through 44 games (a 15-HR, 70-RBI pace over a full season), he brings moderate power to the lineup. As a rookie at 24, CJ is a key contributor for the Guardians.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 4/7 | vs KC | W 2-1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Mon, 4/6 | vs KC | L 2-4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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