Jackson Merrill
Jackson Merrill is a 23-year-old center fielder for the San Diego Padres. He is a glove-first center fielder with an elite arm, good speed, and some power, ranked 8th in the league at the position.
Edge Profile
Edge combines Skill, Stick, and Carry to show how valuable a player is right now. With a Skill of 109, Stick of 117, and Carry of 108, Jackson Merrill sits in the 97th percentile, 98th percentile, and 97th percentile in those areas. His 128 Edge lands in the 98th percentile and ranks 10th among center fielders.
Stick Profile
Stick looks beyond the immediate results and estimates what should hold over a larger sample. Jackson Merrill's 117 Stick suggests he is performing below what his underlying profile supports his current output. It also places him in the 98th percentile and ranks 9th among center fielders.
Skill Profile
Skill measures the plays that have already happened and how much they affected games. Jackson Merrill has performed well, and his production has likely helped win San Diego Padres games. Jackson Merrill's 109 Skill sits in the 97th percentile and ranks 10th among center fielders.
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. Jackson Merrill has contributed about as much as his own Skill suggests, resulting in a Carry of 108.
LI Profile
LI looks at how much useful baseball a player may still have ahead of him. At age 23, Jackson Merrill carries a 99 LI, which points to a steady near-term outlook without a major longevity advantage. That places him in the 43rd percentile and ranks 34th among center fielders.
CE Profile
CE compares expected production with the money and years attached to a contract. Jackson Merrill is under control for 9 seasons at a $15 million annual salary, with about $135 million remaining. His 111 CE leans in the club's favor, placing him in the 88th percentile and 38th among center fielders.
NTV Profile
NTV estimates Jackson Merrill's value on a neutral trade market before the needs of a specific club are considered. His +39 NTV reflects his present ability, expected future value, age, contract, control, positional demand, and risk. That mark sits in the 99th percentile and ranks 8th among center fielders. Jackson Merrill is a major trade asset with enough value to anchor a significant deal.