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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Nolan Schanuel is a first baseman for the Los Angeles Angels who has shown strong performance in May 2026. He extended his hitting streak to 8 games on May 9th and was batting .313 in May (10-for-32) after a slow April (.227). As of mid-May, he has 3 home runs and 20 RBIs with a .256 season average. He was given a rest day on May 13th against the Guardians after starting the Angels' first 11 games of May, slashing .318/.333/.409 with 4 runs and 1 RBI. However, recent data indicates he is struggling with ABS (Automated Ball Strike) challenge decisions, ranking among MLB leaders in wasted challenges, suggesting he may have difficulty reading the automated strike zone.
Strengths
- + Strong May performance with .313 batting average
- + Extended 8-game hitting streak
- + Consistent lineup presence in May (started first 11 games)
- + Solid slash line in May (.318/.333/.409)
- + Improved from poor April (.227) showing adjustment and resilience
Weaknesses
- - Only 3 home runs through mid-May (last HR since March 28)
- - Low season batting average (.256)
- - Struggling with ABS challenge decisions - among league leaders in wasted challenges
- - Difficulty reading automated strike zone
- - Limited power production relative to position expectations
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Nolan Schanuel is a first baseman for the Los Angeles Angels.
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