Reid Detmers
#48 RP · Angels
Height
6'2"
Weight
210 lbs
Age
26
College
Louisville
Draft
2020, Rd 1, #10
Experience
5 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/L
B-
B-
C+
N/A
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The Verdict on Reid, in One Read
On the field, Reid Detmers grades out as a strong RP for Angels (B- Performance). That places him 193rd of 395 graded relief pitchers. The money matches the play — the Contract Value Index lands at B-, good value. The public read is mixed (C+ Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score.
Career StatsB-
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 151 | 4.58933 | 24-36 | 598 | 1.3045906 | 0.0 | 3 |
| 2026 | | 15 | 3.68 | 3-5 | 100 | 1.00 | 88.0 | 0 |
| 2025 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
Total Value
$2.6M
Guaranteed
$1.6M
AAV
$2.6M/yr
Guaranteed %60%
Fan & Media Sentiment
C+
Mixed
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Reid Detmers sits in that frustrating middle ground where flashes of brilliance collide with inconsistency, earning him a C+ sentiment grade that reflects cautious optimism rather than genuine confidence. The media narrative centers on his "upside potential" and technical development, the kind of language typically reserved for prospects rather than established major leaguers. His recent arbitration loss sends a clear signal about organizational uncertainty regarding his long-term value, suggesting even the Angels aren't entirely sold on his trajectory. Coverage consistently emphasizes his ability to rack up strikeouts and compete against elite lineups like the Astros, yet stops short of anointing him as a reliable rotation anchor. The "proving-ground mentality" framing reveals that Detmers is still very much auditioning for a secure role rather than holding one, leaving fans and analysts in wait-and-see mode. While the sentiment isn't negative, it lacks the conviction typically associated with pitchers who command rotation spots with authority.
News: 5FanVerdicts Analysis: 1
Contracts in the Same Value Band
Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the B band — a quick read on where Reid's contract sits relative to comparable money.
How Reid Compares at the Position
Reid Detmers ranks 193rd of 395 graded relief pitchers by performance. That slots Reid between John Schreiber (B-) just ahead and Trevor Martin (B-) just behind.
Graded higher
John SchreiberRoyalsB-Will KleinDodgersB-Brock BurkeRedsB-Reid DetmersB-
Graded lower
Trevor MartinRaysRecent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 6/17 | @ ARI | W 7-0 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Thu, 6/11 | vs HOU | W 3-2 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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About this player
Reid Detmers is a player in his 5th MLB season listed at RP for the Angels. FanVerdicts covers every MLB player, team, GM, and transaction — and puts your verdict on all of it. Sign in to cast your Fan Verdict on Reid Detmers, see where the crowd lands, and argue the call. FanVerdicts also brings its own read — performance, sentiment, and Contract Value Index — as one honest input alongside the crowd's. Where FanVerdicts has weighed in so far: Contract Value Index B-, Performance B-, Sentiment C+.
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