Height
5'10"
Weight
200 lbs
Age
30
College
N/A
Experience
4 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsF
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 297 | 0.26233184 | 20 | 94 | 0.6809305 | 3 | 234 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$2.1M
Guaranteed
$1.3M
AAV
$2.1M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Padres secured solid value by locking up Freddy Fermin at $2.1M for one year, earning a B- CVI in what represents shrewd roster construction for a competitive club. Fermin profiles as a reliable depth piece behind the plate, and at this salary point, San Diego is paying appropriately for a backup catcher who can handle everyday duties without cratering the lineup when called upon. The one-year structure gives the Padres maximum flexibility while they evaluate their long-term catching situation, particularly important given the volatility inherent in the position and their competitive window aspirations. At $2.1M AAV, this deal reflects the market reality for above-average defensive catchers who won't hurt you offensively — a tier where teams often overpay or settle for replacement-level production. The contract length also allows San Diego to reassess their catching depth without being tied to a multi-year commitment, making this a textbook example of how contending teams should handle their bench pieces. While Fermin won't move the needle significantly, this B- CVI represents exactly the type of measured, value-conscious move that championship-caliber organizations execute consistently.
Performance Analysis
Freddy Fermin grades as an above average performer among MLB catchers, earning a B Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.264 batting average and a 0.685 OPS (below the league average of .720) this season. With 20 home runs and 94 RBI through 293 games (a 11-HR, 52-RBI pace over a full season), he brings limited power to the lineup. As a prime-age veteran at 30, Freddy is a key contributor for the Padres. A 293-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 4/11 | vs COL | W 5-2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri, 4/10 | vs COL | W 7-3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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