Height
6'0"
Weight
204 lbs
Age
28
College
Missouri State
Draft
2019, Rd 7, #224
Experience
3 yrs
Bats/Throws
B/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsB-
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 51 | 0.26950353 | 2 | 15 | 0.7227223 | 6 | 38 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Drew Millas' one-year, $0.8M deal with the Nationals earns a C+ CVI, reflecting solid value for a serviceable backstop on a rebuilding club. At league minimum salary, Millas provides exactly what Washington needs during their competitive window reset — a solid starter behind the plate who won't break the bank while their top catching prospects develop in the minors. The catcher position's inherent scarcity makes even replacement-level production valuable, and Millas has shown he can handle everyday duties without becoming a liability. For a franchise prioritizing payroll flexibility and prospect development, locking up a steady veteran presence at baseball's most demanding position represents smart resource allocation. The short-term commitment keeps options open while ensuring the Nationals won't be scrambling for catching depth, making this a textbook example of how rebuilding teams should approach the position.
Performance Analysis
Drew Millas grades as a solid performer among MLB catchers, earning a B- Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.276 batting average and a 0.735 OPS (near the league average of .720) this season. With 2 home runs and 14 RBI through 49 games (a 7-HR, 46-RBI pace over a full season), he brings limited power to the lineup. As a player entering his prime window at 28, Drew is a key contributor for the Nationals.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | @ MIL | W 7-3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed, 4/8 | vs STL | L 1-6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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