Height
6'3"
Weight
215 lbs
Age
29
College
New Mexico State
Experience
4 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsA
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 69 | 3.5377617 | 19-17 | 389 | 1.1737943 | 0.0 | 0 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$3.5M
Guaranteed
$2.1M
AAV
$3.5M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Kyle Bradish's one-year, $3.5M deal with Baltimore earns a B- CVI, reflecting solid value for an elite starting pitcher entering his prime. The Orioles secured a franchise-caliber arm at well below market rate for top-tier starters, who typically command $15-20M annually in free agency. Bradish's elite performance tier makes this contract particularly attractive for a Baltimore team in the heart of their competitive window, as they avoided a lengthy commitment while maintaining rotation stability. The short-term nature works perfectly for both sides — the Orioles get cost certainty during their playoff push, while Bradish bets on himself to earn a massive payday next winter. Given the scarcity of proven starting pitching and Baltimore's deep farm system providing cost-controlled position players, allocating $3.5M for elite rotation production represents shrewd roster construction. This deal essentially buys out Bradish's final arbitration year at a reasonable premium, making it a win-win that could look like highway robbery if he maintains his elite trajectory.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Kyle Bradish exists in that peculiar space where elite performance meets muted recognition — a B- sentiment grade that undervalues what has quietly become one of the more reliable arms in the American League. The Orioles right-hander generates analytical respect but lacks the mainstream buzz that typically accompanies ace-level production, largely because Baltimore's pitching development story gets overshadowed by their offensive resurgence and because Bradish doesn't possess the flashy strikeout rates that dominate highlight reels. His injury history, including the elbow issues that sidelined him for significant stretches, has created a perception of fragility that lingers despite his demonstrated ability to perform at an elite level when healthy. The disconnect between his A+ performance grade and lukewarm public sentiment reflects how much modern baseball discourse still gravitates toward big-market teams and eye-popping velocity readings rather than the subtle craft of pitch sequencing and location that defines Bradish's success. A full healthy season with 180+ innings and continued sub-3.50 ERA performance would likely elevate his profile considerably, especially if the Orioles make a deep playoff run. Right now, Bradish occupies the frustrating middle ground of being genuinely excellent while remaining largely anonymous to casual fans — the baseball equivalent of a critically acclaimed indie film that deserves a wider audience.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 4/8 | @ CHW | W 5-3 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Fri, 4/3 | @ PIT | L 4-5 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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