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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Hoby Milner, a 35-year-old left-handed relief pitcher for the Chicago Cubs, was credited with a blown save on May 6, 2026, during the Cubs' 7-6 extra-inning win over the Reds. Milner entered the ninth inning after Corbin Martin gave up a solo homer and loaded the bases. Despite striking out the first batter, Milner allowed three runs to the next two hitters, resulting in the blown save. The Cubs have since brought back closer Daniel Palencia from the 15-day IL, significantly reducing Milner's save opportunities going forward. Milner signed a one-year deal with the Cubs in the offseason and had previously secured his first save of 2026 earlier in the season. His father, Brian Milner, is a former Cubs scout (1996-2007), making Hoby's signing with Chicago a meaningful full-circle moment for the family.
Strengths
- + Signed one-year deal with Cubs in offseason
- + Secured first save of 2026 season earlier
- + Pitched scoreless relief appearance vs Tampa Bay Rays in early April
- + Family connection to Cubs organization through father Brian Milner
- + Struck out first batter faced in blown save situation
Weaknesses
- - Credited with blown save on May 6, 2026
- - Allowed three runs to two hitters in ninth inning
- - Gave up one hit and one walk in appearance
- - Daniel Palencia's return from IL significantly reduces save opportunities
- - Unlikely to see many more save opportunities this season
- - Inconsistent performance in high-leverage situations
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Hoby Milner is a rp for the Chicago Cubs.
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