Scouting Report: Nate Pearson
Houston Astros | RP
Overall
Summary
Nate Pearson, signed by the Houston Astros on a minor-league deal in October 2025, began the 2026 season on the injured list due to elbow soreness following offseason surgery. Initially intended to be stretched out as a rotation candidate, the Astros reversed course and are building him up as a reliever. After completing a seven-appearance rehab assignment with Triple-A Sugar Land, Pearson was close to activation by late May 2026. During rehab, he posted a 9.53 ERA over 5.2 frames in four appearances but demonstrated high velocity, reaching 101.3 mph on his fastball. He joined the Astros in Minnesota ahead of their series against the Twins and was expected to be activated during that series to bolster the bullpen.
Strengths
- High velocity fastball (101.3 mph demonstrated)
- Strong strikeout-to-walk ratio during rehab (8:10 K:BB)
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