Height
6'3"
Weight
235 lbs
Age
31
College
N/A
Draft
2016, Rd 7, #221
Experience
5 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsB
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$2.0M
Guaranteed
$1.2M
AAV
$2.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Mariners struck solid value with Luke Raley's $2M deal, earning a B CVI that reflects smart roster construction for a team in their competitive window. Raley brings legitimate pop and versatility as a rotational outfielder who can handle multiple positions, making him exactly the type of depth piece contending teams need without breaking the bank. At $2M for a player who can deliver 1-2 WAR in a part-time role, Seattle gets production that typically costs double on the open market, especially for right-handed power that plays well in T-Mobile Park's dimensions. The one-year commitment keeps their payroll flexibility intact while addressing their need for outfield depth behind their core trio, and Raley's track record suggests he can be a reliable contributor whether starting against lefties or coming off the bench. For a franchise carefully managing resources while trying to maximize their current roster's championship potential, this represents the kind of efficient move that championship teams make.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Luke Raley, a right fielder for the Mariners, carries mixed-to-positive public sentiment based on their solid contributions. His B performance grade positions him as a solid contributor at the right fielder position. While he has yet to earn major individual awards, his contributions to the Mariners keep him in the conversation. On a contract worth $2.0M/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 31, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 4/11 | vs HOU | W 9-6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Wed, 4/8 | @ TEX | L 0-3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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