Height
6'5"
Weight
200 lbs
Age
33
College
Indiana
Draft
2016, Rd 19, #568
Experience
2 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/L
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 26 | 7.8685713 | 3-4 | 55 | 1.5428572 | 0.0 | 0 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$1.2M
Guaranteed
$720K
AAV
$1.2M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Kyle Hart's one-year, $1.2M deal with the Padres earns a solid B+ CVI, representing shrewd value hunting in a relief market that's seen modest inflation. At that price point, Hart doesn't need to be anything more than a serviceable middle reliever to justify his contract — and his recent track record suggests he can clear that bar comfortably. The Padres are clearly banking on his ability to eat innings and provide steady late-game options behind their higher-leverage arms, which makes perfect sense for a team still managing payroll constraints while trying to maximize their competitive window. Hart's age profile and stuff grade suggest he could outperform this modest investment, especially if San Diego's pitching development staff can unlock another gear in his arsenal. This type of low-risk, medium-reward signing is exactly how teams build bullpen depth without breaking the bank, and the one-year term gives both sides flexibility to reassess based on 2025 performance. For a reliever tier that typically commands $2-4M annually, locking up Hart at $1.2M represents solid market efficiency.
Performance Analysis
Kyle Hart grades as a solid performer among MLB relief pitchers, earning a B- Performance grade. He carries a 7.83 ERA (well above the league average of 4.20, a significant concern) and a 1.57 WHIP across 54.0 innings pitched with a 8.3 K/9 rate. His 3-4 record provides context on team support and run prevention. As a sophomore at 33, Kyle is a key contributor for the Padres. With only 24 games on record, this grade carries a smaller sample size caveat.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 4/11 | vs COL | W 5-2 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Wed, 4/8 | @ PIT | W 8-2 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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