Scouting Report: Jake Wong

Summary

Jake Cronenworth, San Diego Padres second baseman, has been placed on the 7-day concussion injured list after being hit in the jaw by a pitch from Angels pitcher Yusei Kikuchi on April 18. He initially passed baseline concussion tests but subsequently developed symptoms including fogginess, difficulty focusing, and frequent headaches during the Mexico City road trip. Medical staff initially attributed symptoms to altitude effects. Cronenworth has experienced the worst batting slump of his 7-year MLB career, hitting .144/.272/.196 with 1 HR and 4 RBI on the season. Since the hit-by-pitch incident, he is batting .111 in 27 at-bats with only 3 hits, 1 RBI, and 4 walks (.498 OPS). His timing appears affected at the plate. The Padres recalled utility infielder Sung-Mun Song from Triple-A El Paso to fill the roster spot.