Height
6'1"
Weight
225 lbs
Age
32
College
N/A
Experience
10 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsD+
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 271 | 3.8863637 | 48-54 | 779 | 1.2679425 | 0.0 | 6 |
Current Contract
Length
3 years
Total Value
$30.0M
Guaranteed
$18.0M
AAV
$10.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Braves' decision to commit $30 million over three years to Reynaldo Lopez reflects the harsh reality of today's starting pitcher market, though this deal earns a C- CVI that suggests Atlanta may have overpaid for middling production. Lopez profiles as a serviceable starter who can eat innings and provide league-average results, but $10M AAV places him in the same financial tier as more proven commodities in a rotation market already thin on reliable arms. While the Braves needed rotation depth behind their established starters, Lopez's inconsistent track record and limited upside make this contract feel like paying premium prices for replacement-level security. The three-year commitment aligns with Atlanta's competitive window, but given their strong farm system and analytical approach, this feels like a deal driven more by market desperation than value optimization. Lopez will need to significantly outperform his recent baseline to justify this investment, particularly in a Braves rotation that demands both durability and postseason reliability.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Reynaldo Lopez, a starting pitcher for the Braves, carries mixed-to-positive public sentiment based on their solid contributions. His B+ performance grade positions him as a solid contributor at the starting pitcher position. While he has yet to earn major individual awards, his contributions to the Braves keep him in the conversation. On a contract worth $10.0M/year, the mid-range salary creates reasonable expectations for solid contributions. Fan opinion is divided, with some appreciating his potential while others point to inconsistencies that temper enthusiasm. At 32, he is in the veteran phase of his career where sustained health and consistency will determine how fans and analysts judge his remaining value.
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