Gio Urshela
32-Year-Old
2024 Stats
AVG
.288
HR
0
RBI
7
R
5
SB
0
Rest-of-Season Projections
2024 Fantasy Outlook
Traded from the Twins to the Angels last winter, Urshela played in 62 games before an unfortunate stumble over first base ended his season. Urshela was diagnosed with a left pelvis fracture, though after visiting with specialists it was determined he would not need surgery. The infielder ditched his crutches last August and expected to have a normal offseason. During his time on the field last season, Urshela continued to hit for a high average thanks to his considerable bat-to-ball skills, albeit with very little power. Now 32 years old, Urshela has only once reached 15 home runs in a season and he chips in little speed, rendering him little more than a one-category play. Having signing a one-year, $1.5 million contract with the Tigers in February, Urshela projects for a utility role in 2024. Comerica Park is a tough park for hitters, but eligibility at both third base and first base helps his case in AL-only formats. Read Past Outlooks
Tallies three hits in win
Urshela went 3-for-5 with two doubles, an RBI and a run scored in Saturday's 8-3 win over the Diamondbacks.
ANALYSIS
Urshela just returned from the injured list Thursday after missing about a month due to a hamstring injury, and these were his first hits since returning, pushing his season average up to a solid .290. The 32-year-old should continue to start most days at third base, though the team will likely find him regular off days to ensure he stays healthy. Matt Vierling is the top option to start at the hot corner when Urshela is on the bench.
Urshela just returned from the injured list Thursday after missing about a month due to a hamstring injury, and these were his first hits since returning, pushing his season average up to a solid .290. The 32-year-old should continue to start most days at third base, though the team will likely find him regular off days to ensure he stays healthy. Matt Vierling is the top option to start at the hot corner when Urshela is on the bench.
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Left/Right Batting Splits
Since 2022
+2%
OPS vs LHP
2024
+118%
OPS vs RHP
OPS | PA | HR | RBI | AVG | |||||
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Since 2022vs Left | .750 | 239 | 3 | 20 | .295 | ||||
Since 2022vs Right | .733 | 614 | 12 | 75 | .287 | ||||
2024vs Left | .360 | 25 | 0 | 1 | .160 | ||||
2024vs Right | .784 | 49 | 0 | 6 | .354 | ||||
2023vs Left | .868 | 53 | 1 | 6 | .373 | ||||
2023vs Right | .652 | 175 | 1 | 18 | .276 | ||||
2022vs Left | .775 | 161 | 2 | 13 | .291 | ||||
2022vs Right | .763 | 390 | 11 | 51 | .283 | ||||
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Home/Away Batting Splits
Since 2022
+7%
OPS at Home
2024
+114%
OPS on Road
OPS | PA | HR | RBI | AVG | |||||
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Since 2022Home | .763 | 433 | 8 | 45 | .304 | ||||
Since 2022Away | .712 | 420 | 7 | 50 | .274 | ||||
2024Home | .437 | 44 | 0 | 3 | .186 | ||||
2024Away | .933 | 30 | 0 | 4 | .433 | ||||
2023Home | .772 | 112 | 1 | 8 | .340 | ||||
2023Away | .635 | 116 | 1 | 16 | .259 | ||||
2022Home | .814 | 277 | 7 | 34 | .310 | ||||
2022Away | .719 | 274 | 6 | 30 | .261 | ||||
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Stat Review
How does Gio Urshela compare to other hitters?
This section compares his stats with all batting seasons from the previous three seasons (minimum 400 plate appearances)*. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that stat and it would be considered average.
* Exit Velocity and Barrels/PA % are benchmarked against 2019 data (min 400 PA) and Hard Hit Rate is benchmarked against last season's data (min 400 PA). See here for more exit velocity/barrels stats plus an explanation of current limitations with that data set.
* Exit Velocity and Barrels/PA % are benchmarked against 2019 data (min 400 PA) and Hard Hit Rate is benchmarked against last season's data (min 400 PA). See here for more exit velocity/barrels stats plus an explanation of current limitations with that data set.
BB/K
0.08BB Rate
1.4%K Rate
16.2%BABIP
.344ISO
.055AVG
.288OBP
.297SLG
.342OPS
.640wOBA
.282Exit Velocity
84.0 mphHard Hit Rate
13.1%Barrels/PA
1.4%Expected BA
.281Expected SLG
.338Sprint Speed
22.3 ft/secGround Ball %
49.2%Line Drive %
31.1%Fly Ball %
19.7%Advanced Batting Stats
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Interest from Boston
The Red Sox are among the clubs to have shown interest in Urshela, Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Cotillo adds the caveat that the Red Sox have not been one of the more aggressive teams for the free-agent infielder. Urshela would essentially be a replacement for Bobby Dalbec, who is out of options. Earlier this month, it was reported that the Angels and Marlins have made the two highest offers to Urshela, but clearly neither has compelled the 32-year-old to sign yet.
Cotillo adds the caveat that the Red Sox have not been one of the more aggressive teams for the free-agent infielder. Urshela would essentially be a replacement for Bobby Dalbec, who is out of options. Earlier this month, it was reported that the Angels and Marlins have made the two highest offers to Urshela, but clearly neither has compelled the 32-year-old to sign yet.
Past Fantasy Outlooks
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Urshela bounced back from an injury-plagued 2021 season to find a home at third base with the Twins and post career highs in hits and plate appearances with a productive 119 wRC+. He may have been more valuable with his glove with a 4.6 UZR, which was sixth among third basemen. Urshela makes good contact (his 81.2 contact rate ranked 42nd among qualified batters) which typically results in a plus batting average but he also has slightly above-average power (66th percentile Max Exit Velocity). He had just 14 home runs last season but may have been held back by a 9.1% HR/FB%. He lost shortstop eligibility last season, but still has the upside of a 20-home run hitter with a near .300 batting average and a nice batting average floor. Being traded to the Angels doesn't do much to improve his outlook in a crowded infield, though Urshela should at least be able to garner a handful of starts per week. Still, the move likely represents a downgrade for his fantasy stock.
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Day off Friday
Urshela isn't in the Tigers' lineup for Friday's game against Arizona, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports.
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Back from injured list
Urshela (hamstring) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list and is starting at third base Tuesday against the Marlins, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports.
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Progressing through rehab
Urshela (hamstring) took part in fielding work Saturday and could soon return from the 10-day injured list, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.
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Begins rehab assignment
Urshela (hamstring) began a rehab assignment at Triple-A Toledo on Thursday.
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May begin rehab assignment this week
Urshela (hamstring) could join Triple-A Toledo this week to begin a rehab assignment, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports.
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