Height
5'11"
Weight
190 lbs
Age
24
College
N/A
Experience
2 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 101 | 0.21283785 | 3 | 28 | 0.55413544 | 4 | 63 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Athletics' decision to retain Darell Hernaiz at $0.8M for one year earns a C CVI, reflecting a sensible but unspectacular move for a rebuilding franchise. Hernaiz projects as a serviceable starter at third base, which represents adequate value at less than $1M annually, though his ceiling remains limited for a team that needs to identify long-term building blocks. The short-term commitment makes sense given Oakland's timeline — they can evaluate whether Hernaiz develops into something more substantial while maintaining roster flexibility for 2025. At third base, where the Athletics lack established talent, giving Hernaiz regular at-bats serves both development and cost-control purposes during their competitive rebuild. The deal strikes a reasonable balance between giving a young player opportunity and avoiding any meaningful financial risk, though it's hardly the type of move that accelerates their return to contention. For a franchise operating with severe payroll constraints, securing a potential everyday player at near-minimum salary represents competent roster management, even if Hernaiz's upside appears modest.
Performance Analysis
Darell Hernaiz grades as a solid performer among MLB third basemen, earning a C+ Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.215 batting average and a 0.559 OPS (well below the league average of .720) this season. With 3 home runs and 28 RBI through 99 games (a 5-HR, 46-RBI pace over a full season), he brings limited power to the lineup. At 24, Darell is a sophomore filling a role on the Athletics roster.
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