Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Patrick Copen, 24-year-old right-handed pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers organization (Tulsa Drillers, Class AA), was named Texas League Pitcher of the Month for April 2026. He posted a 3-0 record with a 0.96 ERA over 5 starts, allowing just 3 earned runs in 28 innings. He led the Texas League in strikeouts with 37 (11.89 K/9) and batting average against (.149). Copen opened the season with a 12.1 inning scoreless streak and finished April with another 12.1 consecutive scoreless innings. He was selected by the Dodgers in the 7th round of the 2023 MLB Draft out of Marshall University. Notable: Copen was permanently blinded in his right eye from a line drive injury in 2024 but has returned to form with elite strikeout production (152 K in 117.2 IP last year). He stands 6'6", 220 lbs and is generating significant prospect interest despite not being a top-ranked prospect.
Strengths
- + Texas League Pitcher of the Month (April 2026)
- + Elite strikeout production (37 K in 28 IP, 11.89 K/9)
- + Exceptional ERA (0.96 in April)
- + Outstanding batting average against (.149)
- + Excellent WHIP (1.00)
- + Two consecutive 12+ inning scoreless streaks
- + Consistent performance (3-0 record)
- + Strong size and athleticism (6'6", 220 lbs)
- + Remarkable resilience and mental toughness overcoming serious injury
- + High strikeout rate historically (152 K in 117.2 IP previous season)
About
Patrick Copen is a sp for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Player Overview
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