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Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Bubba Thompson was recalled to MLB by the Colorado Rockies from Triple-A Albuquerque on May 16, 2026, to make his MLB debut. The former Florida Gator was drafted 31st overall in the 2022 MLB Draft. Thompson has shown strong minor league performance with a .284/.373/.462 career batting line across five minor league seasons with 51 home runs, 14 triples, 83 doubles, 245 runs, 216 RBIs, and 52 stolen bases. In 2025 at Triple-A, he posted a .911 OPS and started the 2026 season with a .344/.491/.496 line, demonstrating solid offensive development and readiness for the major leagues.
Strengths
- + First-round draft pick (31st overall in 2022)
- + Strong minor league track record with .284 career batting average
- + Excellent 2025 Triple-A season with .911 OPS
- + Hot start to 2026 season (.344/.491/.496)
- + Versatile offensive profile with power (51 HR) and speed (52 SB) in minors
- + 39th player coached by Kevin O'Sullivan at Florida to reach MLB
- + Solid college production at Florida with 16 HR, 26 doubles, 98 runs
Weaknesses
- - Limited MLB experience - making debut
- - Unproven at the major league level
- - Will need time to adjust to MLB pitching velocity and quality
About
Bubba Thompson is a center fielder for the Chicago Cubs.
Player Overview
Position
CF
Team
Chicago Cubs