Height
6'4"
Weight
235 lbs
Age
32
College
Southwestern University
Draft
2016, Rd 22, #659
Experience
7 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsB
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 270 | 3.9604592 | 22-13 | 284 | 1.2857143 | 0.0 | 16 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$2.7M
Guaranteed
$1.6M
AAV
$2.7M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Kevin Ginkel's one-year, $2.7M deal with the Diamondbacks earns an A- CVI — excellent value for a reliever coming off what amounts to elite production despite some inconsistency. The 32-year-old veteran's B performance grade reflects solid contribution at the back end of Arizona's bullpen, though his recent demotion to the minors reveals concerning performance metrics that contradict his overall season numbers. At $2.7M AAV, the Diamondbacks are paying modest middle-relief money for a pitcher who has shown flashes of high-leverage capability, making this a shrewd short-term investment with minimal downside risk. The one-year term provides perfect flexibility for both sides — Arizona can evaluate whether Ginkel's new pitch development translates to sustained success, while the veteran gets a chance to prove he's more than organizational depth. Given the mixed messaging around his role and recent struggles that led to a minor league stint, this contract structure allows the Diamondbacks to bet on upside without significant financial exposure in what appears to be a prove-it situation for the former 22nd-round pick.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Kevin Ginkel, a relief pitcher for the Diamondbacks, carries mixed-to-positive public sentiment based on their elite production. His A- performance grade positions him among the elite at the relief pitcher position. While he has yet to earn major individual awards, his contributions to the Diamondbacks keep him in the conversation. On a contract worth $2.7M/year, the modest salary keeps pressure manageable while any breakout would be a bonus. Fan opinion is divided, with some appreciating his potential while others point to inconsistencies that temper enthusiasm. At 32, he is in the veteran phase of his career where sustained health and consistency will determine how fans and analysts judge his remaining value.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 4/7 | @ NYM | L 3-4 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Sun, 4/5 | vs ATL | W 6-5 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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