Jose Quintana's recent signing with the Brewers marks a significant moment in this year's MLB free agent market, leaving Kyle Gibson as the leading available pitcher. At 37 years old, Gibson has been an unappreciated yet valuable asset, maintaining a consistent innings total throughout his career. Despite below-average career stats, Gibson has demonstrated impressive durability, making 30 starts and qualifying for ERA titles since turning 33. His sustained performance contrasts with the declining availability of full-season pitchers, marking him as an exceptional figure in a changing MLB landscape.
With players like Quintana and Andrew Heaney having recently come off the board, it would hardly be a surprise to see that recent run on the remaining starters continue.
While relying on a 37-year-old veteran for volume may seem counterintuitive when it's common for players to struggle with staying healthy and effective as they age, Gibson has actually proven to be more durable than ever.
Gibson has made at least 30 starts each year and qualified for the ERA title in every season since the start of his age-33 season in 2021.
Gibson's innings total is good for eighth in baseball over that timeframe, while his 124 games started is tied for seventh in baseball with Charlie Morton.
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