Height
5'9"
Weight
180 lbs
Age
31
College
Arizona
Draft
2015, Rd 2, #48
Experience
5 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsB
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$1.0M
Guaranteed
$600K
AAV
$1.0M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Cubs locked up Scott Kingery on a savvy $1.0M one-year deal that earns a B+ CVI, showcasing smart roster construction for a team still defining its competitive timeline. While Kingery profiles as a depth piece rather than an everyday starter, his versatility across the infield makes this contract exceptional value at league minimum pricing. The former Phillies prospect has shown flashes of above-average production when healthy, and at just $1M, Chicago is essentially getting a lottery ticket with minimal downside risk. For a Cubs organization that's been methodical about avoiding long-term commitments while their young core develops, Kingery represents the type of low-cost, high-upside addition that can either provide quality depth or become a tradeable asset if he recaptures his earlier form. The deal's short-term nature aligns perfectly with Chicago's flexibility needs, allowing them to reassess both Kingery's development and their own contention window without any future salary complications.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Scott Kingery, a second baseman for the Cubs, carries mixed-to-positive public sentiment based on their steady presence. His B- performance grade positions him as a solid contributor at the second baseman position. While he has yet to earn major individual awards, his contributions to the Cubs keep him in the conversation. On a contract worth $1.0M/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 31, he is in the veteran phase of his career where sustained health and consistency will determine how fans and analysts judge his remaining value.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | vs PIT | L 0-2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun, 4/5 | @ CLE | L 5-6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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