Height
6'0"
Weight
210 lbs
Age
35
College
NJIT
Draft
2013, Rd 22, #661
Experience
6 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 274 | 4.575843 | 16-29 | 397 | 1.3342696 | 0.0 | 10 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$2.9M
Guaranteed
$1.7M
AAV
$2.9M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Mark Leiter Jr.'s one-year, $2.9M deal with the Athletics earns a solid B CVI, representing shrewd value acquisition for a rebuilding franchise. The right-hander proved his worth as an above-average reliever in 2024, posting a 3.92 ERA across 64 appearances while striking out over a batter per inning — the kind of reliable arm that contending teams covet at the trade deadline. At $2.9M AAV, Oakland is paying roughly market rate for a proven middle reliever, but the short-term structure is key here. The A's can either flip Leiter to a playoff team for prospect capital mid-season or retain him as veteran leadership in their bullpen rebuild without long-term commitment. Given the reliever market's volatility and Oakland's timeline, this signing checks every box: reasonable cost, tradeable asset, and immediate roster upgrade. It's exactly the type of calculated move rebuilding teams should make — low risk with multiple paths to positive returns.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Mark Leiter Jr., a relief pitcher for the Athletics, carries mixed-to-positive public sentiment based on their solid contributions. His B+ performance grade positions him as a solid contributor at the relief pitcher position. While he has yet to earn major individual awards, his contributions to the Athletics keep him in the conversation. On a contract worth $2.9M/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 35, he is in the twilight of his career, and fan sentiment will largely hinge on whether he can defy the aging curve and remain productive.
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