Height
6'0"
Weight
206 lbs
Age
30
College
N/A
Draft
2014, Rd 1, #23
Experience
6 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsF
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 221 | 0.2287695 | 14 | 54 | 0.624488 | 23 | 132 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$900K
Guaranteed
$540K
AAV
$900K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Derek Hill's one-year, $0.9M deal with the White Sox earns a C CVI — a perfectly adequate move for organizational depth that neither excites nor disappoints. The 28-year-old center fielder brings elite speed and plus defense to a rebuilding club that needs veteran leadership in the outfield while their prospects develop, making this the type of low-risk signing that fills a roster spot without blocking future talent. Hill's track record suggests he's a replacement-level bat with legitimate defensive value, which at near-minimum salary represents fair market value for a fourth outfielder who can spot start and provide late-game defense. For a White Sox team prioritizing development over immediate contention, this signing checks the boxes without moving the needle — Hill won't hurt the rebuild timeline or payroll flexibility while offering insurance against injuries to younger players. The short-term commitment keeps Chicago's options open while giving Hill a chance to rebuild his value in a low-pressure environment, making this a sensible if unremarkable transaction for both sides.
Performance Analysis
Derek Hill grades as a solid performer among MLB center fielders, earning a B- Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.229 batting average and a 0.624 OPS (well below the league average of .720) this season. With 14 home runs and 54 RBI through 218 games (a 10-HR, 40-RBI pace over a full season), he brings limited power to the lineup. His 23 stolen bases add an elite speed dimension that creates additional offensive value. As a prime-age veteran at 30, Derek is a key contributor for the White Sox. A 218-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | @ KC | L 0-2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Wed, 4/8 | vs BAL | L 3-5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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