Walker Buehler
Walker Buehler is a 32-year-old starting pitcher for the San Diego Padres. He is a movement starting pitcher, ranked 207th in the league at the role.
Edge Profile
Edge combines Skill, Stick, and Carry to show how valuable a player is right now. With a Skill of 92, Stick of 101, and Carry of 92, Walker Buehler sits in the 92nd percentile, 95th percentile, and 92nd percentile in those areas. His 91 Edge lands in the 94th percentile and ranks 108th among starting pitchers.
Stick Profile
Stick looks beyond the immediate results and estimates what should hold over a larger sample. Walker Buehler's 101 Stick suggests he is performing below what his underlying profile supports his current output. It also places him in the 95th percentile and ranks 95th among starting pitchers.
Skill Profile
Skill measures the plays that have already happened and how much they affected games. Walker Buehler has performed poorly, and his production has likely cost San Diego Padres games. Walker Buehler's 92 Skill sits in the 92nd percentile and ranks 123rd among starting pitchers.
Carry Profile
Carry places Skill in the context of the roster around a player. The strongest rated teammates are Mason Miller at 170, Adrian Morejon at 139, and Fernando Tatis Jr. at 132. Walker Buehler has contributed about as much as his own Skill suggests, resulting in a Carry of 92.
LI Profile
LI looks at how much useful baseball a player may still have ahead of him. At age 32, Walker Buehler carries a 106 LI, which points to a steady near-term outlook without a major longevity advantage. That places him in the 95th percentile and ranks 132nd among starting pitchers.
CE Profile
CE compares expected production with the money and years attached to a contract. Walker Buehler is under control for one season at a $1.5 million annual salary, with about $1.5 million remaining. His 131 CE shows that the club is receiving far more value than the contract costs, placing him in the 97th percentile and 74th among starting pitchers.
NTV Profile
NTV estimates Walker Buehler's value on a neutral trade market before the needs of a specific club are considered. His +13 NTV reflects his present ability, expected future value, age, contract, control, positional demand, and risk. That mark sits in the 93rd percentile and ranks 207th among starting pitchers. Walker Buehler carries clear positive value and should return a useful major league piece or prospect package.