Height
5'11"
Weight
215 lbs
Age
29
College
Yavapai College
Draft
2016, Rd 4, #107
Experience
6 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/L
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsA-
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 201 | 3.477966 | 15-11 | 186 | 1.2152542 | 0.0 | 12 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$4.3M
Guaranteed
$2.6M
AAV
$4.3M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
JoJo Romero's one-year, $4.26M deal earns a B+ CVI as a market-rate signing for an above-average southpaw specialist. The 29-year-old left-hander's A- performance grade validates this investment, positioning him as a legitimate weapon against left-handed hitters in high-leverage situations. At $4.26M AAV, the Cardinals are paying appropriately for a proven relief arm entering his prime years, avoiding the premium costs that elite closers command while securing reliable bullpen depth. As a 6-year veteran originally drafted in the fourth round by Philadelphia, Romero represents the type of steady contributor who quietly stabilizes relief corps without requiring massive financial commitment. The Cardinals' willingness to shop him as a trade chip suggests they view this contract as moveable salary that could yield prospect returns, making the deal both performance-appropriate and strategically flexible. With multiple teams showing legitimate interest, St. Louis structured this signing to maximize both on-field value and potential trade leverage heading into the deadline.
Performance Analysis
JoJo Romero grades as a near-elite performer among MLB relief pitchers, earning a A- Performance grade. He carries a 3.55 ERA (near the league average of 4.20) and a 1.23 WHIP across 192.2 innings pitched with a 8.6 K/9 rate. His 15-11 record with 12 saves provides context on team support and run prevention. A 8.6 K/9 rate indicates above-average swing-and-miss stuff. As a prime-age veteran at 29, JoJo is a key contributor for the Cardinals. A 197-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 4/11 | vs BOS | W 3-2 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Mon, 4/6 | @ WAS | L 6-9 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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