Reds Closer Pagán Injured on Final Pitch Against Giants

Reliever left game with apparent injury after recording save in close win.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 3:57am

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Cincinnati Reds closer Emilio Pagán appeared to sustain an injury on his final pitch in Tuesday night's 2-1 victory over the San Francisco Giants. Pagán recorded his fifth save of the season with a 1-2-3 ninth inning, but was then removed from the game due to the undisclosed injury.

Why it matters

Pagán has been a key part of the Reds' bullpen this season, recording 5 saves and a 2.45 ERA. Any extended absence could be a significant blow to the team's playoff hopes, as they look to return to the postseason for the first time since 2023.

The details

After recording the final out, Pagán was seen grimacing and was quickly attended to by the Reds' training staff. He was then removed from the game, with no further details provided on the nature or severity of the injury.

  • Pagán recorded the save in the top of the 9th inning on Tuesday, April 15, 2026.

The players

Emilio Pagán

The Cincinnati Reds' closer, who has recorded 5 saves so far this season with a 2.45 ERA.

Cincinnati Reds

The professional baseball team based in Cincinnati, Ohio, who are currently in the playoff hunt in the National League.

San Francisco Giants

The professional baseball team based in San Francisco, California, who were defeated 2-1 by the Reds on Tuesday night.

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What’s next

The Reds will provide an update on Pagán's injury status in the coming days, as they determine the severity and whether he will need to miss any time.

The takeaway

This injury to the Reds' closer is a concerning development for a team fighting to return to the playoffs, as Pagán has been a key part of their bullpen this season. The team will need to closely monitor his condition and determine if they need to make any roster moves to compensate for a potential absence.