Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Jimmy Herget, 32-year-old RHP for the Colorado Rockies, was placed on the 15-day injured list on May 14, 2026, due to right shoulder impingement. He had recently returned from the bereavement/family emergency list (placed May 9, returned May 12) after being away from the team for personal reasons. Upon his return, Herget pitched one inning against Pittsburgh on May 12 but experienced shoulder discomfort during the appearance. This season, Herget has recorded a 5.40 ERA (later reported as 5.06 ERA) with 1.33 WHIP, one save, and three holds across 15 innings in 15 appearances. His career record includes 8-12 with 10 saves and a 3.48 ERA across multiple MLB teams.
Strengths
- + Experienced reliever with multi-team MLB history
- + Had solid 2.48 ERA in 59 appearances last season
- + Career 3.48 ERA demonstrates capability when healthy
- + One save and three holds show some effectiveness early in season
Weaknesses
- - Right shoulder impingement requiring 15-day IL placement
- - Elevated 5.40 ERA in 2026 season indicates struggles
- - High 1.33 WHIP suggests control issues
- - Felt discomfort in shoulder during first appearance after returning from bereavement list
- - Age 32 raises durability concerns
- - Rockies struggling team (17-26 record) may limit opportunities
Injury Status: IL-15 -- Right shoulder impingement
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Jimmy Herget is a rp for the Colorado Rockies.
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