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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Julio Robaina, a 25-year-old Cuban left-handed pitcher, has signed a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves after posting an impressive 1.47 ERA with 15 strikeouts in 18.1 innings across four starts with Tigres de Quintana Roo in the Mexican Baseball League. He was Cuba's No. 3 starter in the 2026 World Baseball Classic and will be assigned to Triple-A Gwinnett. Robaina previously spent six years in the Houston Astros organization (2017-2024), reaching Triple-A but never making his MLB debut. He has maintained professional activity in multiple leagues including the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, and Mexico since leaving Houston.
Strengths
- + Exceptional 1.47 ERA in Mexican League (2026 season)
- + Outstanding 0.93 WHIP demonstrating excellent control
- + Impressive .185 batting average against
- + 15 strikeouts in 18.1 innings showing strong strikeout ability
- + Perfect 2-0 record with Quintana Roo
- + Selected as Cuba's No. 3 starter in 2026 World Baseball Classic
- + Consistent performer with 3.17 ERA and 72 strikeouts in 71 innings (2025 Mexican League)
- + Young at 25 years old with room for development
- + International experience and exposure at elite level
- + Demonstrated ability to pitch at Triple-A level in 2024
About
Julio Robaina is a pitcher for the Chicago Cubs.
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