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Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Houston Roth appears to be referenced in context of the Houston Astros' injury crisis in May 2026. The Astros are struggling with a 16-25 record, tied for last place in the AL West. Key pitchers Josh Hader (left biceps tendinitis) and Hunter Brown (Grade 2 right shoulder strain) are both sidelined. Hunter Brown was moved to the 60-day IL in early May after being injured since April 5. The Astros' rotation has the second-worst ERA in baseball at 5.35. The team is dealing with multiple injuries across their pitching staff and roster instability.
Strengths
- + Hader showing progress in Triple-A rehab appearance with 2 strikeouts in scoreless frame
- + Hader hitting 94.7 mph with fastball in rehab outing
- + Astros won game against Cincinnati Reds showing some offensive dominance
- + Astros only 5.5 games out of first place despite poor record
Weaknesses
- - Astros tied for last place in AL West with 16-25 record
- - Rotation has second-worst ERA in MLB at 5.35
- - Hunter Brown on 60-day IL with shoulder strain since April 5
- - Josh Hader sidelined with left biceps tendinitis
- - Multiple pitching staff injuries creating rotation instability
- - Tatsuya Imai showing control issues in rehab assignments
- - Team struggling with depth and roster construction
Injury Status: IL-60
About
Houston Roth is a rp for the Chicago Cubs.
Player Overview
Position
RP
Team
Chicago Cubs