Height
5'11"
Weight
198 lbs
Age
29
College
N/A
Experience
5 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsF
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 411 | 0.22615804 | 29 | 113 | 0.630311 | 11 | 249 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$2.5M
Guaranteed
$1.5M
AAV
$2.5M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Rays secured depth catcher Nick Fortes on a modest $2.5M deal, earning a C+ CVI that reflects solid value for a backup role without any real upside. Fortes profiles as a reliable defensive backstop who can handle a starter's workload when needed, but his offensive limitations — career .218/.281/.318 slash line — keep him firmly in depth piece territory. At $2.5M, Tampa Bay isn't overpaying for what amounts to replacement-level production, though they're not getting any meaningful offensive contribution either. The one-year commitment makes perfect sense for a franchise that typically maximizes value through internal development, giving them flexibility while their catching prospects mature in the minors. This represents exactly the type of low-risk, low-reward move the Rays execute routinely — adequate value for a known commodity, but nothing that moves the needle for their competitive window. Fortes provides insurance and veteran presence without blocking any long-term organizational plans, which aligns perfectly with Tampa Bay's methodical approach to roster construction.
Performance Analysis
Nick Fortes grades as a solid performer among MLB catchers, earning a B- Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.224 batting average and a 0.625 OPS (well below the league average of .720) this season. With 28 home runs and 107 RBI through 401 games (a 11-HR, 43-RBI pace over a full season), he brings limited power to the lineup. Nick also contributes 11 stolen bases, adding a baserunning element to his profile. As a prime-age veteran at 29, Nick is a key contributor for the Rays. A 401-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | vs NYY | W 5-3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Tue, 4/7 | vs CHC | L 2-9 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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