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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Gavin Hollowell, a right-handed reliever for the Chicago Cubs, was recalled from Triple-A Iowa on May 7, 2026, after posting a 2.25 ERA with 15 strikeouts over 8 innings at Iowa. However, he was optioned back to Iowa on May 8 after allowing 2 runs over 1.2 innings in his MLB debut against the Reds. Ethan Roberts was activated from the injured list to take his roster spot. Hollowell has a career 5.79 ERA over 40 MLB appearances with the Cubs and Rockies.
Strengths
- + Strong Triple-A performance (2.25 ERA, 15 K in 8 IP)
- + High strikeout rate at Iowa (15 strikeouts in 8 innings)
- + Fresh bullpen arm providing depth
- + Young prospect with development potential
Weaknesses
- - Poor MLB debut (2 runs in 1.2 innings)
- - Career 5.79 ERA in majors
- - High career walk rate (12.3%)
- - Quick demotion after recall suggests struggles with MLB-level competition
- - Limited success in previous MLB opportunities (7 appearances in 2025)
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Gavin Hollowell is a rp for the Chicago Cubs.
Player Overview
Position
RP
Team
Chicago Cubs