Scouting Report: Bennett Markinson
Chicago Cubs | C
Overall
Summary
Bennett Sousa, Houston Astros reliever, placed on 15-day IL on May 9, 2026 with elbow inflammation. This is his second IL stint of the season - he began the year recovering from an oblique injury sustained in spring training, was reinstated April 25, made 5 appearances (3⅓ IP, 3 R), then returned to IL. Last pitched May 6 (scoreless inning). Previously missed final month of 2025 season with low-grade elbow flexor/pronator strain. Prior to that injury, posted 2.84 ERA in 44 relief appearances as a leverage option.
Strengths
- Previously effective leverage reliever with 2.84 ERA before injuries
- Showed ability to pitch effectively when healthy (scoreless appearance May 6)
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