Scouting Report: Andres Machado
Chicago Cubs | RP
Overall
Summary
Andrés Machado is a Venezuelan right-handed relief pitcher currently playing for the Orix Buffaloes in Japan's NPB. As of May 2026, he has reached 10 saves on the season with an impressive 1.38 ERA over 13 appearances and 13 innings pitched. He has recorded 8 consecutive saves and is tied for the league lead in saves. Machado demonstrates excellent control with a 1.08 WHIP, 13 strikeouts, and only 3 walks (4.33 K/BB ratio). His performance projects to 43 saves for the season, which would surpass Robert Suárez's 2021 Venezuelan record of 42 saves. With 61 career saves in Japan, he is 7 saves away from matching Suárez's all-time record.
Strengths
- Excellent ERA of 1.38 in 13 appearances
- Tied for league lead with 10 saves
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