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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Shawn Armstrong, 35-year-old Cleveland Guardians reliever, has been on the 15-day injured list since late April with a strained right groin. As of May 11, 2026, he was cleared to begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Akron, with his first appearance scheduled for May 12. Before the injury, Armstrong posted a 1-0 record with a 4.22 ERA and 13 strikeouts over 10.2 innings. The injury occurred while warming up before a game against Toronto. Reports indicate the Guardians expect only one or two rehab appearances before his return to the major league roster. Armstrong was signed before the season to provide veteran depth and stability in the bullpen.
Strengths
- + Veteran reliever with 12 seasons of professional experience
- + Career 3.83 ERA with 447 strikeouts demonstrates consistency
- + Advanced metrics from last season ranked him among the best relievers in baseball
- + Strong performance before injury - perfect inning against Houston on April 21
- + Cleared for rehab assignment indicating positive recovery trajectory
- + Guardians expect quick return after one or two rehab appearances
- + Signed to provide high-leverage relief options
Weaknesses
- - Right groin strain is a significant injury for a pitcher requiring explosive lower body mechanics
- - Age 35 - approaching end of career with potential durability concerns
- - Pre-injury ERA of 4.22 was elevated with inconsistent performance
- - Gave up 3 runs in 0.0 innings against Baltimore and struggled in several early-season outings
- - WHIP of 1.406 indicates control issues
- - Missed significant time since late April with no pitching activity for several weeks
Injury Status: IL-15
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Shawn Goosenberg is a shortstop for the Milwaukee Brewers.
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