Height
5'9"
Weight
195 lbs
Age
26
College
N/A
Experience
4 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 320 | 0.28174603 | 22 | 144 | 0.7534345 | 11 | 284 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$2.5M
Guaranteed
$1.5M
AAV
$2.5M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Gabriel Moreno's one-year, $2.5M deal with the Diamondbacks earns a B CVI, reflecting solid value for a young catcher entering his arbitration years. At just 24, Moreno represents the rare commodity of a solid starter behind the plate with legitimate offensive upside — a combination that typically commands premium dollars in today's market. The Diamondbacks secured cost certainty on a player who projects as a 2-3 WAR contributor while avoiding the volatility of arbitration hearings, particularly smart given catching's notorious injury risk. This deal positions Arizona perfectly for their competitive window, locking up a franchise-caliber defensive backstop during his prime years while maintaining payroll flexibility for other roster moves. The modest AAV reflects some uncertainty around Moreno's offensive consistency, but given the desert of quality catching across MLB, this contract should age exceptionally well for a Diamondbacks team built to contend now.
Performance Analysis
Gabriel Moreno grades as an All-Star caliber performer among MLB catchers, earning a B+ Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.281 batting average and a 0.752 OPS (near the league average of .720) this season. With 22 home runs and 142 RBI through 316 games (a 11-HR, 73-RBI pace over a full season), he brings limited power to the lineup. Gabriel also contributes 11 stolen bases, adding a baserunning element to his profile. As a player entering his prime window at 26, Gabriel is a key contributor for the Diamondbacks. A 316-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | @ PHI | W 5-4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed, 4/8 | @ NYM | W 7-2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
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