Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Luis Arraez, 29-year-old second baseman for the San Francisco Giants, has returned to prime form with a .316 batting average and 109 wRC+. He is tied for the MLB lead in Outs Above Average at any position and has made significant defensive improvements. Currently dealing with a left thumb injury sustained during a swing on a recent road trip, with discomfort recurring in Monday's game. He sat out Tuesday and Wednesday games but is expected to be available for Friday's opener against Pittsburgh after the team's off-day Thursday allows for additional recovery time.
Strengths
- + Hitting .316 with 109 wRC+
- + Tied for MLB lead in Outs Above Average at any position
- + Significant defensive improvements at second base
- + Strong all-around performance in Monday's game
- + Expected to return after brief rest period
Weaknesses
- - Left thumb injury from swing mechanics
- - Recurring discomfort in injured thumb
- - Missed two consecutive games (Tuesday, Wednesday)
- - Injury occurred during recent road trip
Injury Status: day-to-day -- Left thumb injury sustained on swing during recent road trip; discomfort recurred in Monday's game
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