Height
5'10"
Weight
190 lbs
Age
34
College
UCLA
Draft
2012, Rd 8, #249
Experience
6 yrs
Bats/Throws
B/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 172 | 0.240 | 4 | 35 | 0.645 | 5 | 98 |
| 2025 | | 64 | .289 | 3 | 20 | .777 | 2 | 43 |
| 2024 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$1.2M
Guaranteed
$743K
AAV
$1.2M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Tyler Heineman's one-year, $1.2M deal with the Blue Jays earns a B- CVI — a shrewd piece of roster construction that addresses immediate needs without long-term commitment. At a position where serviceable starters routinely command $3-5M annually, Toronto secured solid production at a significant discount, making this contract particularly valuable given the Blue Jays' competitive window pressures. Heineman profiles as a reliable defensive backstop who won't hurt you offensively, exactly what you want in a backup catcher role, and the short-term nature allows the organization to evaluate their catching prospects without blocking future development. The modest AAV gives Toronto flexibility to allocate resources elsewhere while maintaining competent depth behind the plate. While Heineman isn't moving the needle dramatically, this represents the type of efficient, low-risk signing that championship contenders need to maximize their payroll effectiveness. The deal perfectly balances immediate roster needs with future flexibility — a textbook example of smart salary management in today's market.
Performance Analysis
Tyler Heineman grades as a solid performer among MLB catchers, earning a B- Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.240 batting average and a 0.645 OPS (well below the league average of .720) this season. With 4 home runs and 35 RBI through 172 games (a 4-HR, 33-RBI pace over a full season), he brings minimal home run production to the lineup. As a experienced veteran at 34, Tyler is a key contributor for the Blue Jays. A 172-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 4/8 | vs LAD | W 4-3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Tue, 4/7 | vs LAD | L 1-4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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