Height
6'1"
Weight
214 lbs
Age
28
College
Texas Tech
Draft
2019, Rd 1, #8
Experience
4 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsD+
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 331 | 0.25238097 | 49 | 162 | 0.7159369 | 11 | 318 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$2.9M
Guaranteed
$1.7M
AAV
$2.9M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Rangers secured solid value with Josh Jung's $2.9M deal, earning a B CVI that reflects smart roster management for a rotational third baseman. Jung's modest salary fits perfectly within Texas's competitive window without blocking their long-term flexibility, especially considering the organization's need for depth pieces who can contribute across multiple infield spots. At $2.9M annually, the Rangers are paying appropriate market rate for a rotational player who brings defensive versatility and can handle spot starts without breaking the budget. This contract represents the type of calculated depth signing that contending teams need — Jung won't move the needle dramatically, but he provides insurance and role-player production at a price point that leaves room for bigger moves elsewhere. The one-year structure is particularly shrewd, giving Texas the option to reassess based on Jung's performance while maintaining payroll flexibility for their core players entering arbitration.
Performance Analysis
Josh Jung grades as an All-Star caliber performer among MLB third basemen, earning a B+ Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.255 batting average and a 0.724 OPS (near the league average of .720) this season. With 49 home runs and 161 RBI through 325 games (a 24-HR, 80-RBI pace over a full season), he brings moderate power to the lineup. Josh also contributes 11 stolen bases, adding a baserunning element to his profile. As a player entering his prime window at 28, Josh is a key contributor for the Rangers. A 325-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 4/11 | @ LAD | L 7-8 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Tue, 4/7 | vs SEA | W 2-1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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