Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Chris Martin, 39-year-old Rangers right-handed reliever, has been sidelined since April 15 with a right shoulder impingement. He recently completed a 25-pitch live batting practice session and has been cleared to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Round Rock, expected to start around May 12. Martin struggled in the closer's role before the injury, allowing 5 earned runs in 6.1 innings. He is progressing through recovery milestones and is expected to return to the Rangers later in May pending successful rehab performance and back-to-back day considerations.
Strengths
- + Cleared for rehab assignment after successful live batting practice
- + Completed 25-pitch bullpen session without issue
- + Progressing through recovery milestones on schedule
- + Expected to return to Rangers later in May
- + No residual soreness reported after recent throwing sessions
Weaknesses
- - Right shoulder impingement requiring extended absence
- - Struggled in closer's role before injury (5 ER in 6.1 IP)
- - Age 39 with history of durability concerns
- - Uncertainty regarding length of rehab assignment
- - Questions about readiness for back-to-back day pitching
Injury Status: IL-15
About
Mason Martin is a first baseman for the Chicago Cubs.
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