Height
5'11"
Weight
191 lbs
Age
30
College
N/A
Experience
1 yrs
Bats/Throws
B/L
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsB-
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 122 | 0.29078013 | 3 | 40 | 0.6868142 | 27 | 123 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Jake Mangum's one-year, $0.8M deal with the Pirates earns a solid B CVI, representing shrewd value hunting in a market where outfield depth comes at a premium. While Mangum profiles as a solid starter rather than a franchise cornerstone, his combination of defensive reliability and contact-heavy approach makes this contract a low-risk gamble with legitimate upside for a Pittsburgh team still building toward contention. The Pirates are getting a player who can provide steady production at a bargain rate while their prospects develop, and at just $800K, there's virtually no downside if he plateaus as a fourth outfielder. This deal reflects exactly the type of value-driven acquisition that competitive rebuilding teams should target — securing above-replacement level production without hampering future payroll flexibility. For a Pirates organization that needs to maximize every dollar while transitioning from rebuild to compete mode, locking up a capable starter at near-minimum wage represents smart roster construction that keeps options open while addressing immediate needs.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Jake Mangum, a left fielder for the Pirates, carries mixed-to-positive public sentiment based on their solid contributions. His B performance grade positions him as a solid contributor at the left fielder position. While he has yet to earn major individual awards, his contributions to the Pirates keep him in the conversation. On a contract worth $780K/year, minimal financial investment means any production is viewed favorably. Fan opinion is divided, with some appreciating his potential while others point to inconsistencies that temper enthusiasm. At 30, he has significant runway for development, and the baseball community will be watching closely for continued growth.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | @ CHC | W 2-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed, 4/8 | vs SD | L 2-8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
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