Height
6'2"
Weight
229 lbs
Age
27
College
UCLA
Experience
4 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsD
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 145 | 0.2525 | 13 | 43 | 0.7615708 | 25 | 101 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$950K
Guaranteed
$570K
AAV
$950K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Garrett Mitchell's $0.9M deal with the Brewers earns a B+ CVI, representing excellent value for a rotational center fielder with untapped upside. At just above the major league minimum, Milwaukee is essentially getting a lottery ticket on a former first-round pick who showed flashes of elite speed and defensive ability before injuries derailed his trajectory. Center field remains one of baseball's most demanding positions, and finding even replacement-level production at this salary creates immediate roster flexibility for the Brewers' competitive window. While Mitchell profiles as more of a fourth outfielder than an everyday starter at this stage, his combination of plus-plus speed and solid defensive instincts in center field provides tangible value that far exceeds his modest salary commitment. The one-year term is perfect for both sides — Milwaukee gets a low-cost flier on reclamation potential while Mitchell gets a chance to rebuild his stock without long-term risk. This is exactly the type of shrewd roster-building move that allows teams to allocate resources elsewhere while maintaining organizational depth.
Performance Analysis
Garrett Mitchell grades as an above average performer among MLB center fielders, earning a B Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.254 batting average and a 0.766 OPS (near the league average of .720) this season. With 13 home runs and 40 RBI through 141 games (a 15-HR, 46-RBI pace over a full season), he brings moderate power to the lineup. His 23 stolen bases add an elite speed dimension that creates additional offensive value. As a player entering his prime window at 27, Garrett is a key contributor for the Brewers. A 141-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | vs WAS | L 3-7 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Wed, 4/8 | @ BOS | L 0-5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
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