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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Arquímedes Gamboa is a 29-year-old left-handed pitcher who recently made his MLB debut with the Boston Red Sox after receiving an active-roster offer from another organization. Originally a 2019 ninth-round draft pick, Gamboa spent time in the KBO (Korean Baseball Organization) in 2025, posting a 7-8 record with a 3.58 ERA in 19 starts. He returned to North America and opened the 2026 season with Triple-A Worcester, registering a 1-1 record with a 6.23 ERA and 19 strikeouts in three games. Gamboa was called up to the Red Sox on May 5, 2026, and is expected to serve as a second or third left-handed reliever. He is one of seven pitchers to make their MLB debut for the Red Sox this season.
Strengths
- + Late-career opportunity at age 29 after years in minor leagues and KBO
- + Successfully pitched in KBO with respectable 3.58 ERA
- + Earned call-up to MLB after contract clause triggered
- + Red Sox retained him despite other organizational interest
- + Accumulated 19 strikeouts in limited Triple-A appearances
Weaknesses
- - Elevated 6.23 ERA in Triple-A Worcester to start 2026 season
- - Limited MLB experience as late-career debut
- - Inconsistent performance record (1-1 in Triple-A)
- - Expected to serve in lower-leverage relief role
- - Part of historically high pitcher turnover for Red Sox (7 debuts in one season)
About
Arquímedes Gamboa is a shortstop for the Chicago Cubs.
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