Carlos Cortes

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Scouting Report

Updated May 19, 2026

Carlos Cortes, 28-year-old Athletics outfielder, is off to an excellent 2026 season after making his MLB debut in 2025. Through early May, he's batting .355/.408/.570 with 4 home runs, 15 RBIs, 11 runs scored, and 1 stolen base across 103 plate appearances. He's earned increased playing time in the corner outfield, particularly against right-handed pitching. Cortes has an 11.1% barrel rate, has walked 8 times while striking out only 9 times, and continues to emerge as a priority waiver-wire target for fantasy managers. His success represents a late-bloomer story after spending seven seasons in the minor leagues before his 2025 debut.

Strengths

+ Excellent batting average (.355) with strong OPS over 1.000
+ Solid power production (4 HR in 103 PA)
+ Strong plate discipline (8 walks vs 9 strikeouts)
+ High barrel rate (11.1%)
+ Earned everyday role in corner outfield
+ Consistent success carried over from 2025 debut (.309 AVG, .866 OPS)
+ Playing in hitter-friendly Sacramento park
+ Multi-hit games occurring frequently (9 multi-hit efforts in 29 games)
+ Emerging as high-end fantasy asset

Weaknesses

- Slight cooling trend in May (6-for-24 to start the month)
- Limited stolen base production (only 1 SB despite speed potential)
- Sits against most left-handed pitching despite some success (5-for-8 vs LHP)
- Late bloomer status means limited track record at MLB level

About

Carlos Cortes is a left fielder for the Athletics.

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