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Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Julio Robaina, a 25-year-old Cuban left-handed pitcher, has signed a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves after posting an impressive 1.47 ERA with 15 strikeouts in 18.1 innings across four starts with Tigres de Quintana Roo in the Mexican Baseball League. Robaina was previously in the Houston Astros organization (2017-2024), reaching Triple-A but never making his MLB debut. He was selected as Cuba's No. 3 starter for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The Braves have assigned him to Triple-A Gwinnett, marking his return to affiliated baseball after playing in independent and international leagues.
Strengths
- + Exceptional 1.47 ERA in Mexican League (2026 season)
- + Outstanding 0.93 WHIP demonstrating excellent control
- + Impressive .185 batting average against
- + 15 strikeouts in 18.1 innings showing strong strikeout ability
- + Perfect 2-0 record to start 2026 season
- + Selected as Cuba's No. 3 starter in 2026 World Baseball Classic
- + Consistent performer with 3.17 ERA and 72 strikeouts in 71 innings (2025 Mexican League)
- + Experience reaching Triple-A level in Astros organization
- + Only 25 years old with room for development
- + Maintained professional activity across multiple international leagues
About
Julio Robaina is a pitcher for the Chicago Cubs.
Player Overview
Position
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Team
Chicago Cubs