JT
B
Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Justin Turner, 41-year-old All-Star and World Series champion, is playing for the Tijuana Toros of the Mexican Baseball League after failing to secure any MLB contract, minor league deal, or spring training invitation from any of the 30 major league clubs. Following a difficult 2025 season with the Chicago Cubs (.219 BA, .602 OPS), Turner has revitalized his performance in Mexico with a 1.031 OPS for the first-place Toros. He remains committed to competitive baseball and has become a significant attraction for local fans in Tijuana.
Strengths
- + Revitalized offensive performance in Mexico (1.031 OPS)
- + Maintains competitive drive and passion for the game at age 41
- + Beloved figure with strong fan connection in Tijuana
- + 17-year MLB veteran with proven track record
- + Two-time All-Star and World Series champion (2020)
- + Strong leadership presence with teammates
- + Physically healthy and actively competing
Weaknesses
- - No MLB team offered guaranteed contract or spring training invite
- - Significant decline in 2025 MLB season (.219 BA, .602 OPS with Cubs)
- - Age 41 with declining MLB market value
- - Perceived as 'old' and 'washed up' by MLB organizations
- - Concerns about data-driven evaluation metrics not capturing his intangible value
- - Playing in lower-tier professional league rather than MLB
- - Career trajectory suggests end of major league opportunities
About
Justin Turner is a first baseman for the Chicago Cubs.
Player Overview
Position
1B
Team
Chicago Cubs