Scouting Report: Anthony Maldonado
Houston Astros | RP
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Summary
Anthony Maldonado is a 21-year-old Red Sox outfielder who was placed on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to May 6, 2026) with a right hand sprain (specifically a sprained ligament under his right ring finger) suffered during Monday's game against Detroit. The injury occurred on a check swing and has prevented him from picking up a bat since the incident. Despite optimism about returning by May 15, Maldonado has struggled significantly in 2026 with a .229/.354/.321 batting line across 130 plate appearances with only 1 home run, a stark decline from his impressive .292/.396/.463 rookie debut in 2025. The Red Sox had placed significant offensive pressure on the young prospect after trading away Rafael Devers and losing Alex Bregman in free agency, but his slow start and now injury have exposed the team's offensive vulnerabilities. This is his second IL stint in as many seasons, having previously suffered an oblique strain in September 2025.
Strengths
- Elite average exit velocity and bat speed per Baseball Savant
- Strong walk rate and low chase rate
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