Scouting Report: Bennett Markinson
Chicago Cubs | C
C
IL-15
Overall
Summary
Bennett Sousa, Houston Astros reliever, placed on 15-day IL on May 9, 2026 with elbow inflammation. This is his second IL stint of the season - he started on IL with oblique injury from spring training, was reinstated April 25, made 5 appearances (3.1 IP, 3 ER), then returned to IL. Last pitched May 5 (scoreless inning). Previously missed final month of 2025 season with low-grade elbow flexor/pronator strain. Concerning pattern of recurring elbow issues.
Strengths
- Pitched scoreless inning in most recent appearance (May 5)
- Had 2.84 ERA in 44 relief outings prior to 2025 elbow strain
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