Isaac Mattson
#72 RP · Pirates
Height
6'2"
Weight
214 lbs
Age
30
College
N/A
Draft
2017, Rd 19, #565
Experience
3 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
A-
B+
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Fan Verdict
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Career StatsA-
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 64 | 2.6619718 | 3-3 | 64 | 1.2394366 | 0.0 | 0 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Fan & Media Sentiment
B+
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**Isaac Mattson Sentiment Analysis** Pirates reliever Isaac Mattson has quietly built a **B+** reputation as one of the organization's most reliable late-inning arms, earning genuine respect for his ability to consistently post zeroes when called upon. At just $0.8M, media outlets are increasingly framing the right-hander as a high-value hidden gem who has proven himself worthy of his roster spot through steady performance rather than flashy stuff. Recent coverage has taken on a more personal tone, with features highlighting his journey as a father adding a humanizing element that has resonated strongly with Pittsburgh fans. The narrative around Mattson has shifted from "roster bubble guy" to "evolving craftsman," with beat writers emphasizing his upward trajectory and continued development of his arsenal. For a middle reliever making near-league minimum, Mattson has achieved something rare in today's media landscape — consistent positive coverage that portrays him as both a solid contributor and a player still improving his game.
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Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, 5/7 | @ ARI | W 4-2 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Thu, 4/30 | vs STL | L 5-10 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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About this player
Isaac Mattson is a player in his 3rd MLB season listed at RP for the Pirates. FanVerdicts maintains four independent grades for every MLB player on an active roster — Contract Value Index for the deal itself, Performance for on-field production, Sentiment for media and fan reaction, and Fan Verdict for community voting. Current grades for Isaac Mattson: Contract Value Index pending, Performance A-, Sentiment B+, Fan Verdict pending.
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