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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Michael Tonkin is a Minnesota Twins right-hander who was placed on the 15-day injured list on April 20, 2026 with right elbow inflammation. He experienced a setback on May 11 after a simulated bullpen session, developing soreness in his right triceps and receiving a cortisone injection. As of May 18, he has resumed light catch but remains several weeks away from returning. The Twins are taking a cautious approach with his recovery, requiring him to progress through throwing, bullpen sessions, and a minor-league rehab assignment before returning to the rotation.
Strengths
- + Resumed playing light catch as of May 18
- + Received cortisone injection to address triceps soreness
- + Evaluated by orthopedic specialists
- + Was showing promise before injury with back-to-back strong outings
- + Young pitcher (24 years old) with recovery potential
Weaknesses
- - Right elbow inflammation requiring IL placement
- - Triceps soreness setback during simulated bullpen session
- - Timeline remains uncertain and extended
- - Multiple steps required before return (throwing, bullpen, rehab assignment)
- - Missed critical development time early in season
- - Injury occurred just as he was finding his groove
Injury Status: IL-15
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Michael Tonkin is a rp for the Chicago Cubs.
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