Scouting Report: Tyler Anderson
Chicago Cubs | SP
Overall
Summary
Tyler Glasnow was placed on the 15-day IL on May 8, 2026 with lower back spasms after reaggravating his back injury during a May 6 start against the Houston Astros. Initially expected to return shortly after May 23, Glasnow's back "flared up" requiring additional rest and re-evaluation with no target return date announced. MRI showed no long-term structural damage, but the team indicated recovery will take "much further along than 15 days." This is part of a recurring durability pattern for Glasnow, who has been on the IL at least once annually since 2018.
Strengths
- Elite performance prior to injury: 3-0 record with 2.72 ERA and 0.832 WHIP through 7 starts
- Exceptional strikeout dominance: 49 strikeouts tied for 6th in NL, 6-game streak of 6+ strikeouts per game
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