Height
6'1"
Weight
209 lbs
Age
27
College
N/A
Draft
2017, Rd 1, #21
Experience
4 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/L
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsB-
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 64 | 4.242857 | 6-3 | 117 | 1.3714286 | 0.0 | 1 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
DL Hall's one-year, $0.8M deal with the Brewers earns an A CVI grade, representing exceptional value for a reliever who profiles as an above-average starter in today's bullpen market. At just $800K, Milwaukee is getting a power arm with legitimate swing-and-miss stuff at essentially minimum wage — a steal considering quality relief pitching routinely commands $3-5M annually in free agency. Hall's blend of velocity and strikeout potential gives the Brewers crucial late-inning depth as they push for another playoff run, and the short-term commitment preserves financial flexibility while potentially netting them a compensatory pick if he performs well and signs elsewhere next winter. This is the type of low-risk, high-reward acquisition that savvy front offices make to maximize their competitive windows without compromising future payroll flexibility. The deal represents everything right about Milwaukee's player development approach — taking a calculated gamble on talent at a fraction of market rate while maintaining the organizational depth that has kept them competitive despite modest payrolls.
Fan & Media Sentiment
DL Hall, a relief pitcher for the Brewers, 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 Brewers 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, entering his prime window, the outlook remains positive as he approaches or occupies his peak years.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 4/7 | @ BOS | L 2-3 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Sat, 4/4 | @ KC | L 2-8 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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