Height
6'2"
Weight
216 lbs
Age
24
College
N/A
Experience
3 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 198 | 0.25071633 | 21 | 84 | 0.686042 | 26 | 175 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Reds secured tremendous value by locking up outfielder Noelvi Marte at just $0.8M for one year, earning an A- CVI that reflects exceptional cost efficiency for a solid starter. At this price point, Cincinnati is essentially paying replacement-level wages for a player who projects to contribute meaningful WAR, creating massive surplus value that's become increasingly rare in today's inflated market. Marte's youth and upside make this deal particularly shrewd for a Reds organization balancing competitive aspirations with payroll constraints, as they're getting legitimate major league production while maintaining financial flexibility. The short-term commitment also aligns perfectly with Cincinnati's competitive window, allowing them to evaluate Marte's development without long-term risk while potentially setting up a more substantial extension if he continues progressing. This represents exactly the type of cost-controlled talent acquisition that small-market teams need to execute flawlessly, and the Reds nailed it with a contract that could look like highway robbery if Marte takes even a modest step forward. Given the premium teams typically pay for outfield production and the scarcity of quality options at this price point, this A- CVI reflects a textbook example of buying low on upside with minimal downside exposure.
Performance Analysis
Noelvi Marte grades as an All-Star caliber performer among MLB outfielders, earning a B+ Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.254 batting average and a 0.694 OPS (below the league average of .720) this season. With 21 home runs and 84 RBI through 191 games (a 18-HR, 71-RBI pace over a full season), he brings moderate power to the lineup. His 25 stolen bases add an elite speed dimension that creates additional offensive value. As a young developing player at 24, Noelvi is a key contributor for the Reds. A 191-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | vs LAA | L 2-10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Wed, 4/8 | @ MIA | L 4-7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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