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Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Bennett Sousa, Houston Astros reliever, placed on 15-day IL with elbow inflammation on May 9, 2026. This is his second IL stint of the season - he started on IL with oblique injury, was reinstated April 25, made 5 appearances (3.1 IP, 3 ER), then returned to IL. Last year he missed the final month with low-grade elbow flexor/pronator strain. Prior to last year's injury, he had a 2.84 ERA in 44 relief appearances and was a leverage option for Houston.
Strengths
- + Was reinstated and made appearances showing ability to pitch
- + Had strong 2.84 ERA in 44 relief outings prior to last year's elbow injury
- + Threw scoreless inning in most recent appearance (May 6 vs Dodgers)
Weaknesses
- - Recurring elbow issues - second IL stint this season
- - History of elbow strain from previous season (low-grade elbow flexor/pronator strain)
- - Limited effectiveness in current stint - 3 runs in 3.1 innings
- - Appears to be injury-prone with multiple ailments in short timeframe (oblique, then elbow)
- - Astros have 15 players on IL including 9 pitchers, indicating depth concerns
Injury Status: IL-15
About
Bennett Hostetler is a catcher for the Miami Marlins.
Player Overview
Position
C
Team
Miami Marlins