Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Jordan Westburg underwent Tommy John surgery on his right elbow on May 15, 2026, and will miss the entire 2026 season. The 27-year-old All-Star (2024) had a partial tear of his ulnar collateral ligament. He initially received a platelet-rich plasma injection in February as a conservative treatment option but the injury did not respond adequately. After attempting a progression in spring training, pain returned when he increased workout intensity, leading to the decision for surgery. GM Mike Elias indicated that a return as a full player in early 2027 is possible. Westburg has had a significant injury history, missing 77 games in 2025 due to hamstring, finger, and ankle injuries.
Strengths
- + All-Star caliber player (2024)
- + Young at 27 years old with recovery potential
- + GM optimistic about 2027 return timeline
- + Underwent surgery with renowned specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache
- + Conservative treatment approach initially attempted to preserve season
Weaknesses
- - Tommy John surgery requires 9-12 months recovery for position players
- - Will miss entire 2026 season
- - Partial UCL tear is serious elbow injury
- - Recurring injury issues - oblique strain preceded elbow problems
- - Significant injury history in 2025 (77 games missed)
- - Throwing-related pain indicates structural damage
- - Multiple shutdown periods during recovery attempt
Injury Status: IL-60
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