Height
5'10"
Weight
215 lbs
Age
31
College
San Diego State
Draft
2015, Rd 34, #1017
Experience
7 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsD
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 839 | 0.263 | 81 | 365 | 0.736 | 3 | 776 |
| 2025 |  | 101 | .251 | 6 | 44 | .677 | 1 | 88 |
| 2025 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$1.4M
Guaranteed
$810K
AAV
$1.4M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Padres struck gold with Ty France's one-year, $1.4M deal, earning an A- CVI that represents exceptional value in today's inflated market. France may be classified as a rotational player, but his track record as a consistent .270+ hitter with solid plate discipline makes this contract a steal for a team pushing for playoff contention. At just $1.4M, San Diego is getting proven major league production at first base for less than what many teams pay for Triple-A depth, giving them flexibility to allocate resources elsewhere while maintaining competitive balance. The short-term commitment is particularly shrewd given the Padres' payroll constraints and need to preserve financial flexibility for their championship window. France's ability to provide steady offensive contributions without defensive liabilities makes him an ideal low-risk, high-reward addition who could easily outperform this modest investment. This signing exemplifies smart roster construction — securing reliable veteran production at a fraction of market rate while keeping long-term flexibility intact.
Performance Analysis
Ty France grades as an above average performer among MLB first basemen, earning a B Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.263 batting average and a 0.736 OPS (near the league average of .720) this season. With 81 home runs and 365 RBI through 839 games (a 16-HR, 70-RBI pace over a full season), he brings moderate power to the lineup. As a prime-age veteran at 31, Ty is a key contributor for the Padres. A 839-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | vs COL | W 7-3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Wed, 4/8 | @ PIT | W 8-2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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