Scouting Report: Eric Loomis

Summary

Eric Lauer was acquired by the Los Angeles Dodgers from the Toronto Blue Jays on May 12, 2026, after being designated for assignment. The left-handed pitcher has struggled significantly in 2026, posting a 6.69 ERA and 5.86 xERA across eight games (six starts) with 26 strikeouts, 16 walks, and an AL-high 11 home runs allowed. This represents a dramatic decline from his strong 2025 season (3.18 ERA, 134 ERA+). Lauer's velocity is down across all pitches, sitting at 90.4 mph on his fastball compared to 91.7 mph in 2025. He has acknowledged the need to make adjustments earlier in games rather than settling in after poor first innings. The Dodgers plan to integrate him into their rotation while maintaining flexibility, potentially using him in relief initially.