Height
6'1"
Weight
150 lbs
Age
27
College
N/A
Experience
1 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 48 | 4.118644 | 0-4 | 40 | 1.5762713 | 0.0 | 1 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Diamondbacks' one-year, $0.8M deal with reliever Juan Morillo earns a C+ CVI, reflecting solid value for a depth arm in Arizona's bullpen reconstruction. At under a million annually, this represents textbook risk management for a solid starter-caliber reliever who can provide middle innings stability without breaking the bank. Morillo's profile suggests he can deliver 1-2 WAR over a full season if healthy, making this contract a potential bargain if he stays on the mound consistently. The short-term commitment aligns perfectly with Arizona's competitive timeline, giving them flexibility to either extend Morillo if he performs or let him walk without long-term consequences. While relief pitching remains notoriously volatile, the Diamondbacks minimize downside risk with the modest salary while creating upside potential if Morillo develops into a higher-leverage option. This deal exemplifies smart roster building for a team that needs reliable innings without sacrificing future payroll flexibility. The C+ CVI reflects solid value extraction at a manageable price point for organizational depth.
Performance Analysis
Juan Morillo grades as an above average performer among MLB relief pitchers, earning a B Performance grade. He carries a 4.19 ERA (near the league average of 4.20) and a 1.69 WHIP across 34.1 innings pitched with a 9.5 K/9 rate. A 9.5 K/9 rate indicates above-average swing-and-miss stuff. As a rookie at 27, Juan is a key contributor for the Diamondbacks.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | @ PHI | W 5-4 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Tue, 4/7 | @ NYM | L 3-4 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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