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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Joey Loperfido (Houston Astros outfielder) has been sidelined with a right quadriceps strain since mid-April 2026. As of early May, he has begun light running and light baseball activities as part of his recovery progression. Manager Joe Espada cleared him for baseball activity on April 20, and by May 5-11, Loperfido was continuing to progress through running and baseball drills. However, he remains without a clear timetable for return to game action. The Astros have been utilizing Zach Cole and Dustin Harris as primary left field options during his absence.
Strengths
- + Cleared for baseball activity by management
- + Progressing through recovery with light running and baseball drills
- + Showing steady improvement in rehabilitation timeline
- + Team confidence in recovery process
Weaknesses
- - Right quadriceps strain limiting availability
- - No clear return-to-play timetable established
- - Extended absence from game action since mid-April
- - Team has found adequate replacement options in Cole and Harris
- - Slow progression from baseball activities to full participation
Injury Status: IL-15
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Joey Loperfido is a left fielder for the Houston Astros.
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