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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Addison Barger, 26-year-old Blue Jays right fielder, recently returned from a 33-day absence due to right ankle sprain but was placed back on the injured list after just one game. He experienced right elbow inflammation following a 101.2 mph throw to home plate on May 9, 2026. MRI revealed no structural ligament damage, loose bodies, or other serious issues. He received a cortisone shot and is expected to resume baseball activities within days. Manager John Schneider indicated the elbow issue was pre-existing and not caused by the throw. Barger is expected to return within the 10-day IL minimum if recovery progresses as hoped.
Strengths
- + No structural ligament damage confirmed via MRI
- + No loose bodies in elbow
- + Strong throwing arm (101.2 mph throw demonstrates capability)
- + Expected to resume baseball activities within days
- + Likely to return within 10-day IL minimum
- + Manager confident in short-term recovery timeline
Weaknesses
- - Right elbow inflammation requiring cortisone injection
- - Reduced range of motion in elbow upon waking
- - Recurring injury issues (ankle sprain followed by elbow inflammation)
- - Frustration with repeated injuries affecting performance
- - Limited playing time due to frequent IL stints
- - Pre-existing elbow condition that flared up
Injury Status: day-to-day -- Right elbow inflammation with reduced range of motion; MRI ruled out ligament damage and loose bodies; treated with cortisone shot
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