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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Joe Elbis (appears to be Jordan Westburg based on context) underwent Tommy John surgery on his right elbow in May 2026 and will miss the entire 2026 season. The Orioles infielder had a partial tear of the ulnar collateral ligament. He initially received a platelet-rich plasma injection in February as a conservative treatment but experienced recurring discomfort during his throwing progression. The 30th overall pick from 2020 has struggled with durability, appearing in only 85 games last season and missing all of 2026 before surgery. Team president Mike Elias called it "a huge blow for the team and an unexpected one," though he expressed hope for Westburg's availability early in 2027.
Strengths
- + Conservative treatment approach initially attempted before surgery
- + Surgery performed by renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache
- + Team remains committed and not giving up on player
- + Potential for early 2027 return is 'very much in play' per Elias
- + High draft pedigree (30th overall in 2020)
- + Player showed determination to try everything to return
Weaknesses
- - Tommy John surgery requires 9-12 months recovery for position players
- - Recurring injury history with multiple ailments (oblique, elbow)
- - Limited to 85 games in 2025 season
- - Never appeared in 2026 before surgery
- - Questions about durability as a major league player
- - Unexpected setback despite conservative treatment attempt
- - Age 30 raises durability concerns post-surgery
Injury Status: IL-60
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Joe Elbis is a sp for the Chicago Cubs.
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