Height
6'1"
Weight
222 lbs
Age
32
College
N/A
Experience
10 yrs
Bats/Throws
B/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsF
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 883 | 0.23665313 | 110 | 384 | 0.7255373 | 19 | 758 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$780K
Guaranteed
$468K
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Jeimer Candelario's one-year, $0.8M deal with the Angels earns a B+ CVI as a shrewd low-risk acquisition that addresses immediate third base depth at minimal cost. The veteran infielder has shown he can contribute 1-2 WAR when healthy, making this contract exceptional value given he's earning barely above league minimum for a player with legitimate major league track record. While Candelario profiles as more of a depth piece than an everyday starter at this stage of his career, the Angels get a versatile defender who can handle multiple infield spots without any long-term financial commitment. This type of short-term, prove-it deal allows Los Angeles to allocate their bigger dollars elsewhere while still maintaining competent depth, and if Candelario exceeds expectations, they could flip him at the deadline for prospect capital. The contract structure perfectly matches both the player's current market value and the Angels' need for affordable roster flexibility as they continue building around their core pieces.
Performance Analysis
Jeimer Candelario grades as an above average performer among MLB third basemen, earning a B Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.237 batting average and a 0.726 OPS (near the league average of .720) this season. With 110 home runs and 384 RBI through 880 games (a 20-HR, 71-RBI pace over a full season), he brings moderate power to the lineup. Jeimer also contributes 19 stolen bases, adding a baserunning element to his profile. As a prime-age veteran at 32, Jeimer is a key contributor for the Angels. A 880-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 4/8 | vs ATL | L 2-8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed, 4/8 | vs ATL | L 2-7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Transaction History
News & Buzz
Live Discussion
Auto-moderated fan forum with 5-minute speaker turns
Discussion
Loading discussion...