Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Michael Berglund appears to be confused with José Berríos in the provided sources. The data primarily discusses José Berríos (Blue Jays pitcher) who has been dealing with a stress fracture in his throwing elbow since spring training 2026. Berríos suffered the injury during World Baseball Classic intake physicals and it flared up during minor league rehab. Recent MRI revealed decreased velocity (down ~3 mph) and increased pain. Surgery is being considered to address potential loose bodies in the elbow in addition to the stress fracture. Comparable cases suggest recovery timelines ranging from 2-3 months to 60+ days on IL. Berríos has not pitched effectively in rehab (17 ER in 14.1 IP). There is also mention of Jack Berglund, a Flyers hockey prospect, which is unrelated to MLB. No specific MLB player named Michael Berglund was found in the sources provided.
Strengths
- + Orthopedic evaluation underway to determine exact nature of injury
- + No ligament damage confirmed yet
- + Team proceeding cautiously to avoid further complications
Weaknesses
- - Stress fracture in throwing elbow
- - Possible loose bodies in elbow requiring surgery
- - Decreased velocity in rehab outings (~3 mph drop)
- - Increased pain during rehab assignment
- - Poor rehab performance (17 ER in 14.1 IP)
- - Long layoff from competition
- - Unclear recovery timeline
- - Injury flared up during rehab stint
- - Hasn't been healthy since late 2025 season
Injury Status: IL-60 -- Stress fracture in right elbow with possible loose bodies; elbow inflammation; decreased velocity and increased pain during rehab
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Michael Berglund is a catcher for the Chicago Cubs.
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