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Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Ranger Suarez, a left-handed pitcher for the Boston Red Sox and former Philadelphia Phillies player, is set to start Thursday against his former team. After suffering a hamstring strain on May 3 that forced him out of his last start, Suarez has avoided the injured list and is expected to pitch. Despite a dicey start to the 2026 season, Suarez has posted an impressive 1.17 ERA over his last five starts spanning 30 2/3 innings, demonstrating strong recent form and recovery from injury.
Strengths
- + Strong recent performance with 1.17 ERA over last 5 starts
- + Avoided injured list despite hamstring strain
- + Cleared to pitch Thursday against Phillies
- + Familiar matchup against former team
- + Improved form after slow start to season
Weaknesses
- - Hamstring strain on May 3 limited recent availability
- - Dicey start to 2026 season before recent improvement
- - Limited pitch count/innings in recovery phase
Injury Status: day-to-day
About
Matt Sauer is a rp for the Chicago Cubs.
Player Overview
Position
RP
Team
Chicago Cubs