Scouting Report: Jack Weisenburger
Chicago Cubs | RP
Overall
Summary
Jordan Westburg underwent Tommy John surgery on his right elbow on May 15, 2026, and will miss the entire 2026 season. The 27-year-old infielder had a partial tear of his ulnar collateral ligament. He initially received a platelet-rich plasma injection in February as a conservative treatment option but experienced recurring discomfort when increasing throwing intensity during his rehabilitation. Westburg is an All-Star (2024) who was limited to 85 games in 2025 due to multiple injuries (left hamstring, left index finger, right ankle). The Orioles organization views his return for early 2027 as "very much in play," though no specific timeline has been established. GM Mike Elias characterized the surgery as "a huge blow for the team and an unexpected one."
Strengths
- All-Star caliber player (2024)
- Conservative treatment attempted first before surgery
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