Reds' Lodolo to make rehab start on Thursday

Left-hander recovering from injury, expected to throw 60-65 pitches

Apr. 1, 2026 at 7:09pm

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo is scheduled to make a rehab start on Thursday as he continues his recovery from an injury. Lodolo is expected to throw 60-65 pitches during the outing.

Why it matters

Lodolo's return to the Reds' rotation could provide a boost to the team's pitching staff as they look to compete in the NL Central division.

The details

The Reds announced that Lodolo, their 24-year-old left-handed starting pitcher, will make a rehab start on Thursday as he works his way back from an undisclosed injury. The team expects Lodolo to throw between 60-65 pitches during the outing as part of his recovery process.

  • Lodolo's rehab start is scheduled for Thursday, April 3, 2026.

The players

Nick Lodolo

A 24-year-old left-handed starting pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds who is currently on the injured list and rehabbing.

Cincinnati Reds

The professional baseball team based in Cincinnati, Ohio that plays in the National League Central division.

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What’s next

If Lodolo's rehab start goes well, he could rejoin the Reds' starting rotation in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

Lodolo's return from injury is an important development for the Reds as they look to bolster their pitching staff and make a push in the competitive NL Central division.