Generating New Scouting Report
This page will refresh automatically when ready.
Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Evan Mendoza is a Texas Longhorns infielder who suffered a right shoulder injury while diving for a ground ball during the first inning of Friday's game against Tennessee. He was unable to complete the throw to first base and exited the game. Mendoza was used as a designated hitter in Sunday's game and is expected to be available for DH duties in the upcoming Missouri series, but is unlikely to play the field this weekend. The coaching staff is still evaluating the severity of the injury and determining a timeline for his return to defensive play.
Strengths
- + Started every game at second base for Texas this season prior to injury
- + Showed effort and hustle diving for ground balls
- + Available for designated hitter duties
- + Young player with full season ahead for recovery
Weaknesses
- - Right shoulder injury from diving play
- - Unable to throw to first base after injury
- - Likely unavailable for field play this weekend
- - Uncertain timeline for return to defensive position
- - Injury occurred early in season during critical conference play
About
Evan Mendoza is a third baseman for the Houston Astros.
Player Overview
3B
Houston Astros