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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Zach McKinstry was reinstated from the injured list after suffering a Grade 3 oblique tear off the pelvic bone on April 15, 2026, sustained during multiple collisions against the Kansas City Royals. Despite the severity of the injury (typically requiring 6-8 weeks recovery), McKinstry returned after just three weeks due to the unique location of the tear. He was able to throw immediately and reached 80% sprint speed by Day 6. McKinstry is coming off a career-best 2025 season (.771 OPS, 113 OPS+, 12 HR, 23 doubles, 11 triples, 19 SB) that included his first All-Star selection. He is 9-for-43 with 2 doubles and 1 homer in limited 2026 action before the injury.
Strengths
- + Exceptional recovery from Grade 3 oblique tear - returned in 3 weeks instead of typical 6-8 weeks
- + Career-best 2025 season with .771 OPS and first All-Star selection
- + Versatile defender capable of playing multiple positions (2B, 3B, SS, OF)
- + Strong speed and baserunning (19 SB in 2025)
- + Manager AJ Hinch expressed excitement about his return, citing his quality as a player
- + Able to resume baseball activities quickly - throwing immediately and reaching 80% sprint speed by Day 6
- + Specialist confirmed optimal location for injury recovery
Injury Status: day-to-day
About
Billy McKinney is a left fielder for the Chicago Cubs.
Player Overview
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Chicago Cubs