Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Anthony Bemboom is a Red Sox outfielder who suffered a right wrist sprain on May 4, 2026, during an at-bat against the Detroit Tigers. He was placed on the 10-day IL after initial hopes of avoiding the injured list. The injury has proven more serious than initially expected, with Anthony experiencing soreness during rehab swings on May 18, forcing the team to halt batting activity. He received a cortisone shot and was removed from his splint, but grip strength remains a concern. His return timeline has been pushed deeper into June. This marks his second IL stint in his brief big-league career, raising concerns about his durability and injury susceptibility, particularly given his aggressive swing mechanics (75.6 mph swing speed in 92nd percentile).
Strengths
- + Removed from splint and cleared for baseball activities
- + Received cortisone shot to aid recovery
- + Showed encouraging progress over the weekend before setback
- + Positive attitude and optimism about recovery
- + Strong 2025 rookie season (.292/.396/.463, 3rd in AL ROY voting)
Weaknesses
- - Right wrist sprain with ligament damage under ring finger
- - Soreness experienced during rehab swings on May 18
- - Grip strength remains a significant concern for hitting
- - Second IL stint in brief big-league career
- - Struggling at plate in 2026 (.229 BA, .675 OPS in 30 games before injury)
- - Injury pattern suggests swing mechanics vulnerability
- - Extended recovery timeline pushing return to late June
- - Red Sox offense already struggling without him
Injury Status: IL-10
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Anthony Bemboom is a catcher for the Chicago Cubs.
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