Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Scott Effross is a relief pitcher currently pitching for the St. Louis Cardinals' Triple-A affiliate, the Memphis Redbirds. As of May 10, 2026, Effross was active in minor league play. Fantasy baseball analysis from May 12, 2026 shows Effross with solid early-season performance: 10 games played, 15.1 innings pitched, 2 wins, 1 loss, 3 saves, 1 blown save, 1 hold, 21 strikeouts, 5 walks, 4.11 ERA, and 1.24 WHIP. Projections for the full 2026 season estimate 50 games, 47.8 innings pitched, 3 wins, 2 losses, 12 saves, 7 holds, 50 strikeouts, and a 3.82 ERA. Fantasy experts unanimously recommend trading Jack Perkins for Effross, with all 3 experts favoring the Effross side.
Strengths
- + Strong strikeout rate (21 K in 15.1 IP)
- + Solid WHIP of 1.24
- + Multiple save opportunities (3 saves in 10 games)
- + Positive fantasy baseball expert consensus
- + Projected for 12 saves and 50 strikeouts for full season
- + Low walk rate (5 walks in 15.1 IP)
Weaknesses
- - Currently in Triple-A, not yet at MLB level
- - 1 blown save in early season
- - 4.11 ERA suggests some runs allowed
- - Limited sample size (15.1 innings)
About
Scott Effross is a rp for the Detroit Tigers.
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Detroit Tigers