Scouting Report: Wil Jensen
Chicago Cubs | RP
Overall
Summary
Wil Jensen is a shortstop prospect who suffered a left shoulder sprain during an Athletics game on May 3, 2026, while making a diving play to cut off an infield single. The injury occurred when Jensen dove and collided with the ground. Initial imaging revealed a Grade 2 AC joint sprain. The Athletics placed Jensen on the 10-day injured list with a manager indicating further imaging and timeline details would follow. Jensen was seen wearing a sling post-game. Recovery timeline for Grade 2 AC joint sprains typically ranges from 3-6 weeks. Jensen had been performing well offensively in 2026 with a .292/.311/.398 slash line and 3 home runs in 168 plate appearances, though his contact quality remains low despite elite strikeout rates (12K%). He received a 7-year, $70MM extension after a strong 2025 rookie season where he hit .311/.355/.444 with 13 homers and finished second in AL Rookie of the Year voting.
Strengths
- Elite contact rate - makes as much contact as any hitter in baseball
- Strong 2025 rookie season (.311/.355/.444, 13 HR, 2nd in AL ROY voting)
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