In July 2017, the Padres signed Contreras out of Mexico for $50,000 and watched as he developed into one of their most consistent performers.
With a very strong performance at the team’s instructional camp, Contreras’ status continued to rise after posting a 3.61 ERA in 25 appearances (23 starts) at Class A Fort Wayne in 2019.
That is until he had Tommy John surgery after blowing out his right arm during his final game.
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Although Contreras hasn’t thrown for the Padres in two seasons, their addition of him to the 40-man roster during the summer shows they still have high expectations for the right-hander.
Due to his bulkier, smaller body, Contreras doesn’t have a lot of physical projection, but since he started playing professionally, his skills have progressively improved.
He commands his fastball, which sits in the mid-90s for a pitcher his age, with ease. He sets up one of the best curveballs in San Diego’s system with that heater, and he also has a strong changeup to deal with left-handed hitters.
Efraín Contreras Contract
In July 2017, the Padres signed Contreras on a deal worth $50,000.
Efraín Contreras Salary
Efraín Contreras is not on the Padres 2022 payroll yet
Efraín Contreras Net Worth
Efraín Contreras net worth is not known