Height
6'2"
Weight
220 lbs
Age
27
College
Texas Tech
Draft
2020, Rd 2, #66
Experience
2 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsB+
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 31 | 4.064516 | 0-3 | 39 | 1.2258065 | 0.0 | 2 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Clayton Beeter's one-year, $0.8M deal with the Nationals earns a B+ CVI, representing solid value for an above-average reliever entering his prime years. At just $800K, Washington is getting quality middle relief at essentially pre-arbitration pricing, which is increasingly rare in today's bullpen market where even middling arms routinely command $3-4M annually. Beeter's profile as an above-average starter-turned-reliever gives the Nationals flexibility in deployment while his youth provides upside that veteran relievers at similar price points typically lack. The short-term commitment aligns perfectly with Washington's competitive timeline, allowing them to evaluate Beeter's ceiling without blocking internal options or committing long-term dollars during their rebuild phase. For a franchise prioritizing cost-controlled talent and maintaining payroll flexibility, securing above-average relief production at replacement-level wages represents exactly the type of shrewd roster building that contending teams will regret not pursuing more aggressively.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Clayton Beeter, a relief pitcher for the Nationals, carries mixed-to-positive public sentiment based on their solid contributions. His B+ performance grade positions him as a solid contributor at the relief pitcher position. While he has yet to earn major individual awards, his contributions to the Nationals keep him in the conversation. On a contract worth $780K/year, minimal financial investment means any production is viewed favorably. Fan opinion is divided, with some appreciating his potential while others point to inconsistencies that temper enthusiasm. At 27, he has significant runway for development, and the baseball community will be watching closely for continued growth.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | @ MIL | W 7-3 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Tue, 4/7 | vs STL | L 6-7 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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