Tim Herrin
#29 RP · Guardians
Height
6'6"
Weight
230 lbs
Age
29
College
Indiana
Draft
2018, Rd 29, #883
Experience
3 yrs
Bats/Throws
L/L
C+
D
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Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC+
| Year | Team | GP | ERA | W-L | K | WHIP | IP | SV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 163 | 3.3672056 | 11-7 | 149 | 1.2678984 | 0.0 | 0 |
Current Contract
Length
1 year
AAV
$780K/yr
Fan & Media Sentiment
D
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Tim Herrin's public perception reflects the uncertainty of a fringe roster player caught in organizational limbo with the Guardians. The young reliever's repeated trips between the majors and minors have created a narrative of instability, with media coverage highlighting his precarious roster position rather than any standout performance metrics. Headlines consistently frame Herrin as depth rather than core talent, suggesting the organization views him as organizational filler rather than a foundational piece. His minimal media presence speaks to his status as a replacement-level arm who hasn't generated the buzz or confidence typically associated with promising young pitchers. The pattern of demotions has undermined any momentum he might have built, leaving fans and analysts viewing him as a placeholder rather than a legitimate contributor to Cleveland's bullpen future.
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Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 5/8 | vs MIN | W 6-4 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
| Thu, 5/7 | @ KC | W 8-5 | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | - |
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About this player
Tim Herrin is a player in his 3rd MLB season listed at RP for the Guardians. 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 Tim Herrin: Contract Value Index pending, Performance C+, Sentiment D, Fan Verdict pending.
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