Height
6'0"
Weight
195 lbs
Age
35
College
California
Draft
2011, Rd 6, #201
Experience
13 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 1640 | 0.2534375 | 254 | 807 | 0.7560905 | 139 | 1622 |
Current Contract
Length
7 years
Total Value
$175.0M
Guaranteed
$105.0M
AAV
$25.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Marcus Semien trade earns a dismal F CVI, representing one of the worst contract value propositions in recent memory for a 35-year-old second baseman carrying a $25M annual salary across seven years. Despite his Gold Glove defense as recently as 2025 and a Silver Slugger award in 2023, Semien's spring training offensive struggles have exposed legitimate concerns about whether a longtime veteran at this career stage can justify such a massive financial commitment. The $25M AAV places him among the highest-paid middle infielders in baseball, a hefty price tag for a player whose C- performance grade suggests he's trending toward replacement-level production. His extensive accolades — including multiple All-MLB First Team selections in 2021 and 2023 — demonstrate past excellence, but the combination of advanced age and early offensive inconsistencies creates significant risk for a franchise already facing scrutiny over roster construction. The lukewarm reception from both media and fans reflects the reality that this deal could quickly become an albatross if Semien's spring struggles carry into the regular season. With seven years remaining on this contract, the Mets have essentially bet their middle infield future on a player whose best years appear firmly in the rearview mirror.
Performance Analysis
Marcus Semien grades as an All-Star caliber performer among MLB second basemen, earning a B+ Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.253 batting average and a 0.756 OPS (near the league average of .720) this season. With 253 home runs and 801 RBI through 1630 games (a 25-HR, 80-RBI pace over a full season), he brings above-average power to the lineup. His 139 stolen bases add an elite speed dimension that creates additional offensive value. As a experienced veteran at 35, Marcus is a key contributor for the Mets. A 1630-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 4/8 | vs ARI | L 2-7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue, 4/7 | vs ARI | W 4-3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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