Height
5'11"
Weight
210 lbs
Age
30
College
N/A
Experience
7 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 488 | 0.25659472 | 36 | 148 | 0.72305596 | 23 | 321 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$4.4M
Guaranteed
$2.6M
AAV
$4.4M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Phillies secured middle infield depth with a sensible one-year commitment to Edmundo Sosa at $4.4M AAV, earning a C+ CVI that reflects both reasonable value and modest upside. Sosa profiles as a serviceable starter who brings steady glove work and versatility across multiple infield positions, making him a useful piece for a Phillies team in their competitive window but not necessarily a difference-maker. The short-term nature of this deal works in Philadelphia's favor, giving them flexibility while avoiding long-term risk on a player whose offensive ceiling remains limited despite flashes of solid contact ability. At $4.4M, the Phillies aren't overpaying for production that should hover around 1.5-2 WAR if Sosa maintains his defensive standards, though the lack of upside prevents this from being a more compelling value play. This represents solid roster management rather than a game-changing acquisition—exactly the type of move that keeps competitive teams from having obvious weak spots without breaking the bank. The grade reflects appropriate market pricing for a reliable but unspectacular player who fills a specific need without demanding premium dollars.
Performance Analysis
Edmundo Sosa grades as an above average performer among MLB second basemen, earning a B Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.258 batting average and a 0.725 OPS (near the league average of .720) this season. With 36 home runs and 148 RBI through 485 games (a 12-HR, 49-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, Edmundo is a key contributor for the Phillies. A 485-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 4/8 | @ SF | L 0-6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fri, 4/3 | @ COL | W 10-1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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