Height
5'10"
Weight
185 lbs
Age
28
College
N/A
Experience
1 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 64 | 0.280 | 1 | 6 | 0.701 | 21 | 14 |
| 2025 | | 64 | .280 | 1 | 6 | .701 | 21 | 14 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Tyler Tolbert's one-year, $0.8M deal with the Royals earns a C+ CVI, representing solid value for a depth piece with everyday upside. The 26-year-old second baseman brings legitimate defensive skills and enough bat to project as a solid starter when healthy, making this a low-risk flier that fits Kansas City's competitive timeline perfectly. At less than $1M annually, the Royals are essentially paying replacement-level money for a player who could deliver 1-2 WAR if he stays on the field — the kind of arithmetic that builds sustainable contenders. Middle infield depth remains premium currency across baseball, and Tolbert's versatility gives Kansas City insurance behind their established core while maintaining payroll flexibility for bigger moves. The short-term commitment allows the organization to evaluate whether Tolbert can be a longer-term piece without blocking prospects or handcuffing future roster construction. This isn't a headline-grabbing signing, but it's exactly the type of calculated depth play that separates smart front offices from the pack.
Performance Analysis
Tyler Tolbert grades as a solid performer among MLB second basemen, earning a B- Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.280 batting average and a 0.701 OPS (below the league average of .720) this season. With 1 home runs and 6 RBI through 64 games (a 3-HR, 15-RBI pace over a full season), he brings minimal home run production to the lineup. His 21 stolen bases add an elite speed dimension that creates additional offensive value. As a rookie at 28, Tyler is a key contributor for the Royals.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 4/8 | @ CLE | L 2-10 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Sun, 4/5 | vs MIL | L 5-8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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