Height
5'10"
Weight
215 lbs
Age
26
College
N/A
Experience
3 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/L
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsB-
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 275 | 0.256 | 39 | 141 | 0.791 | 17 | 217 |
| 2026 | | 1 | .250 | 0 | — | .500 | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
The Red Sox struck gold with Wilyer Abreu's $0.8M deal, earning an A+ CVI that represents one of the most efficient contracts in baseball right now. For a solid starter-caliber right fielder producing at replacement cost, this represents exceptional value in a market where even average corner outfielders command $8-12M annually. Abreu's combination of defensive versatility and developing offensive tools makes this pre-arbitration deal a steal, particularly as Boston tries to bridge the gap between their current core and incoming prospects. The timing couldn't be better for the Red Sox — they're getting above-replacement production at the league minimum while maintaining payroll flexibility to address bigger needs at shortstop and in the rotation. Corner outfield has become increasingly expensive across MLB, with teams routinely overpaying for veterans, making Abreu's cost-controlled contribution even more valuable. This deal exemplifies how smart teams can extract maximum value from young talent before arbitration kicks in, giving Boston a legitimate starter at a fraction of market rate.
Performance Analysis
Wilyer Abreu grades as an All-Star caliber performer among MLB right fielders, earning a B+ Performance grade. He is hitting with a 0.256 batting average and a 0.791 OPS (near the league average of .720) this season. With 39 home runs and 141 RBI through 275 games (a 23-HR, 83-RBI pace over a full season), he brings moderate power to the lineup. Wilyer also contributes 17 stolen bases, adding a baserunning element to his profile. As a player entering his prime window at 26, Wilyer is a key contributor for the Red Sox. A 275-game sample provides high confidence in this grade.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 4/11 | @ STL | L 2-3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed, 4/8 | vs MIL | W 5-0 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
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