Height
5'11"
Weight
220 lbs
Age
24
College
N/A
Experience
2 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 40 | 0.23387097 | 3 | 15 | 0.6358111 | 3 | 29 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Pirates' decision to secure Nick Yorke at $800K for one year represents shrewd roster building that earns a B- CVI grade. For a serviceable starter at second base — a position where reliable defense and league-average offense can provide significant value — this deal offers Pittsburgh excellent upside protection without meaningful downside risk. Yorke's youth and developmental ceiling make him an intriguing buy-low candidate who could outperform this modest investment if he takes the expected next step in his progression. The one-year commitment aligns perfectly with the Pirates' competitive timeline, giving them flexibility to either retain a breakout performer or move on without long-term obligation. While Yorke hasn't established himself as a franchise-caliber player yet, his combination of positional versatility and potential makes this contract a smart gamble for an organization still building toward contention. At under $1 million annually, Pittsburgh is essentially paying replacement-level money for a player who could deliver starter-quality production — exactly the type of efficiency-driven move that helps bridge the gap between rebuilding and competing.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Nick Yorke, a position player for the Pirates, is seen as a quality everyday player and key contributor at 23 years old. Still early in the career with 2 seasons of MLB experience, Nick's perception is still being shaped by each outing. On a league-minimum deal, any above-replacement production represents excellent value. Offensive and defensive production has been rated as above-average, earning a B- performance grade. Fans generally view Nick as a positive contributor to the Pirates's lineup. With room to grow, sentiment could trend upward with continued development and a breakout campaign.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | @ CHC | W 2-0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Wed, 4/8 | vs SD | L 2-8 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Transaction History
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