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Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Josh Smith, Texas Rangers second baseman, has been sidelined since May 4 with multiple injuries. Initially placed on the 10-day IL with a right glute strain, he subsequently developed wrist inflammation during his rehab process. Most critically, Smith was hospitalized for viral meningitis, requiring at least 7-10 days of hospitalization. Prior to injuries, Smith was struggling offensively with a .217/.324/.239 slash line in 31 games with no home runs and 6 RBIs. Backup infielders Ezequiel Duran and Justin Foscue have performed well in his absence.
Strengths
- + Eligible to return from IL after minimum stint
- + Team expressing concern for player health and recovery
- + Young player (28 years old) with time to recover
Weaknesses
- - Multiple compounding injuries (glute strain, wrist inflammation, viral meningitis)
- - Hospitalized for serious illness requiring 7-10 days recovery
- - Poor offensive performance before injuries (.217 BA, .324 OBP, .239 SLG)
- - No home runs in 31 games
- - Backup players performing well in his absence
- - Extended recovery timeline uncertain
- - Viral meningitis is serious illness affecting overall health and conditioning
Injury Status: IL-60
About
Riley Smith is a sp for the Chicago Cubs.
Player Overview
Position
SP
Team
Chicago Cubs