Height
6'6"
Weight
234 lbs
Age
29
College
Oklahoma
Draft
2018, Rd 4, #131
Experience
3 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsF
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 91 | 4.92235 | 23-34 | 386 | 1.3328832 | 0.0 | 0 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$2.8M
Guaranteed
$1.7M
AAV
$2.8M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Jake Irvin's one-year, $2.8M deal with the Nationals earns a solid B- CVI, representing smart roster management for a rebuilding franchise. The right-hander has carved out a role as a dependable back-end starter, and this salary reflects appropriate market value for a rotational piece who can eat innings without breaking the bank. At $2.8M AAV, Washington is paying slightly below market rate for a pitcher who profiles as a fifth starter or long reliever, creating valuable payroll flexibility while maintaining rotation depth. For a team still 2-3 years away from contention, locking up rotational players on affordable short-term deals allows the Nationals to allocate resources elsewhere while Irvin provides stability during their competitive window buildup. The one-year term keeps both sides flexible — Irvin can potentially cash in if he outperforms expectations, while Washington avoids long-term risk on a pitcher whose ceiling appears limited. This is exactly the type of pragmatic, value-conscious move rebuilding teams should make when filling out their roster's middle tier.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Jake Irvin, a starting pitcher for the Nationals, carries mixed-to-positive public sentiment based on their solid contributions. His B performance grade positions him as a solid contributor at the starting pitcher position. While he has yet to earn major individual awards, his contributions to the Nationals keep him in the conversation. On a contract worth $2.8M/year, the modest salary keeps pressure manageable while any breakout would be a bonus. Fan opinion is divided, with some appreciating his potential while others point to inconsistencies that temper enthusiasm. At 29, entering his prime window, the outlook remains positive as he approaches or occupies his peak years.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | @ MIL | W 7-3 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Sat, 4/4 | vs LAD | L 5-10 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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