Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Drew Pomeranz, 37-year-old LHP, placed on 15-day IL due to left elbow inflammation on May 13, 2026. Injury occurred during relief appearance against Cleveland on May 12. Currently struggling with 7.20 ERA through 15 innings (0-3 record) in 2026 season with Angels. Signed to 1-year, $4MM deal after successful 2025 with Cubs (2.17 ERA). Concerning given history of arm injuries (2022-2024 absence). Ryan Johnson activated from IL in corresponding move.
Strengths
- + Career 3.87 ERA over 13 seasons
- + 2016 All-Star selection with San Diego Padres
- + Successful 2025 season with Cubs (2.17 ERA in 49.2 innings)
- + Veteran experience with 363 career games
- + Manager taking cautious approach to injury management
Weaknesses
- - Career-worst 7.20 ERA in 2026 (15 innings)
- - 0-3 record with Angels
- - Left elbow inflammation with history of arm issues
- - Missed 2022-2024 seasons due to throwing arm problems and surgeries
- - High walk rate (8 walks in 15 innings)
- - Age 37 with declining performance
- - 1.733 WHIP in 2026
- - Poor start to season contradicts strong 2025 performance
Injury Status: IL-15 -- Left elbow inflammation suffered during relief appearance on May 13, 2026 against Cleveland Guardians. History of throwing arm issues with multiple surgeries (2022-2024 absence from MLB). Manager Kurt Suzuki indicated team being cautious with placement.
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Drew Pomeranz is a rp for the Los Angeles Angels.
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Los Angeles Angels