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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Colin Rea, Cubs right-hander, has shown inconsistent performance through 9 starts. He posted a 4-2 record with a 4.68 ERA and 1.42 WHIP across 42.1 innings. Rea has been reliable early in games, allowing 2 or fewer runs in 6 of 8 starts, but suffered a rough outing against Atlanta on May 13 where he unraveled in the fifth inning, allowing 5 runs on 7 hits in 4.1 innings. He also had a no-decision against Cincinnati where he allowed 2 runs on 6 hits with 5 strikeouts over 5.1 innings. The veteran pitcher has struck out 36 batters against 13 walks, showing decent strikeout ability but occasional control issues.
Strengths
- + Reliable through first 4 innings in most starts
- + Allowed 2 or fewer runs in 6 of 8 starts
- + Solid strikeout rate with 36 K in 42.1 innings
- + 4-2 record shows ability to earn wins
- + Veteran right-hander providing stability to injury-ravaged Cubs rotation
- + Strong K/BB ratio of 2.77
Weaknesses
- - Elevated 4.68 ERA indicates inconsistency
- - High 1.42 WHIP suggests too many baserunners
- - Vulnerable to home runs (2 HRs allowed in single inning vs Braves)
- - Struggles in later innings, particularly the 5th
- - Only 1 strikeout in worst outing (season-low)
- - 13 walks in 42.1 innings shows occasional control lapses
About
Colin Rea is a sp for the Chicago Cubs.
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Chicago Cubs
Recent News
Colin Rea didn't receive a decision in Sunday's eventual 9-8 loss to the White Sox, yielding four earned runs on six hits over 4 2/3 innings pitched.
May 17, 2026
Mike Yastrzemski had a two-run homer and an RBI single before being lifted Tuesday in the Braves' 5-2 defeat of the Cubs.
May 12, 2026
Colin Rea surrendered five runs and seven hits in 4 1/3 innings Tuesday in a loss to the Braves.
May 12, 2026