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Throws 50 pitches Friday Lodolo (blister) threw 50 pitches over three simulated innings of live batting practice Friday, MLB.com reports.

Impact Lodolo, who is returning from a recurring blister, felt good about the new grip he's using on his breaking ball. The left-hander may need a rehab start before returning to the Reds' rotation; however, the club hasn't confirmed plans.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Lodolo (blister) takes next step to Reds return with live BP CINCINNATI -- In terms of the health of his problematic left index finger and trying a grip change with how he throws his best pitch, Reds s...

JULY 31 • MLB.COM

Nick Lodolo Takes Major Step With New Grip in Attempt to Solve Blister Issues A step in the right direction.

JULY 31 • SI.COM

Facing hitters Friday Lodolo (finger) is scheduled to throw live batting practice Friday, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

Impact Lodolo is expected to throw roughly two or three innings during Friday's session, marking his first time facing live hitters since landing on the injured list July 12 with a finger blister. Lodolo has been experimenting with a new grip for his breaking ball in an effort to minimize the risk of future blister issues, and he hasn't had any issues up to this point. He could require a rehab start in the minors before rejoining Cincinnati's rotation, though the Reds haven't confirmed any plans beyond Friday just yet.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Completes another side session Lodolo (finger) threw a bullpen session Sunday, MLB.com reports.

Impact Lodolo, who is on the mend from a blister on his left index finger, has now completed two side sessions since landing on the injured list July 12. In an effort to combat further recurrences of blisters, Lodolo has been testing out a new grip for his breaking pitches, and he's thus far experienced no issues since he resumed throwing. Lodolo will likely need to face hitters and potentially make a rehab start before returning from the IL.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Trying bullpen session Wednesday Lodolo (blister) will attempt throwing a bullpen Wednesday, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports.

Impact As Lodolo tries to throw Wednesday, he and the Reds will see how he is feeling and judge from there. The southpaw has a the blister resurface July 11, which led to his removal from the game. He's been throwing a Plyo ball after getting his blister drained prior to the weekend.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Rumfield erupts for 4 hits, Sugano efficient in return from injured list as Rockies beat Reds 10-3

TJ Rumfield had a two-run homer during a four-hit afternoon and Tomoyuki Sugano threw efficiently into the seventh in his return from the injured list as the Colorado Rockies beat...

JULY 18 • Associated Press

Throwing with Plyo ball Lodolo had his blister drained and begun throwing with Plyo ball, MLB.com reports.

Impact The report doesn't indicate when this activity happened, but Lodolo will continue with the Plyo ball until the finger's tenderness is reduced. The left-hander was removed from a start July 11 when a chronic blister issue resurfaced.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

The Haunting Reality of Reds Pitcher Nick Lodolo's Blister Issues Cincinnati Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo has been haunted by blister issues for years.

JULY 14 • SI.COM

Cincinnati Reds fans would send these 4 letdowns packing during the All-Star break The Cincinnati Reds ended the month of April with a 20-11 record despite inconsistent offense, injuries to both Hunter Greene and Nick Lodol...

JULY 14 • FANSIDED.COM

The Reds Knew the Risk With Nick Lodolo and Still Waited Too Long It's just another example of a front office failure.

JULY 13 • SI.COM

Lodolo lands on IL after leaving Saturday's game with lingering blister issue CINCINNATI -- In a move that was expected after he left Saturday's game vs. the Cubs due to a left index finger blister, Reds starting pitch...

JULY 12 • MLB.COM

Reds Announce Unsurprising Roster Move After Nick Lodolo's Injury on Saturday Night The Cincinnati Reds have officially made a roster move that everyone, sadly, had already expected after the nightmare on Saturday.

JULY 12 • SI.COM

Shelved with another blister issue The Reds placed Lodolo (finger) on the 15-day injured list Sunday.

Impact Lodolo developed a blister on his left index finger during his start in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Cubs and will hit the shelf for the second time in 2026. The southpaw had previously opened the season on the IL due to the same issue, missing six weeks before debuting May 8. He'll be eligible for activation July 27, but given the extended time off he required the first time around, Lodolo is far from a safe bet to return in the minimum amount of time.

JULY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Likely bound for IL Lodolo (finger) will likely require a stint on the injured list, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

Impact Lodolo was pulled in the sixth inning of Saturday's game against the Cubs due to a blister on his left finger. The hurler said the blister became an issue during that sixth frame, and manager Terry Francona suggested that the injury will likely result in a stay on the injured list. Should that indeed be the case, Lodolo would need to miss at least his next two scheduled starts.

JULY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Bregman's 2-run homer in the 7th propels the Cubs to a 5-3 victory over the Reds

Alex Bregman hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning and the Chicago Cubs rallied for a 5-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday night

JULY 12 • Associated Press

Nick Lodolo's Injury Derails Cincinnati Reds in 5-3 Loss vs. Cubs The Cincinnati Reds' loss to the Chicago Cubs on Saturday night was more than just a loss on the scoreboard.

JULY 12 • SI.COM

Lodolo exits after blister issue arises again vs. Cubs CINCINNATI -- A left index finger blister is one injury that doesn't seem to run out of sequels for Nick Lodolo. The Reds starting pitcher m...

JULY 12 • MLB.COM

Exits game with blister Lodolo was removed in the sixth inning of Saturday's game against the Cubs due to a blister on his left finger, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports.

Impact A trainer came out to the mound to examine Lodolo's left index finger after the southpaw gave up a leadoff homer in the sixth inning. The blister was severe enough for Lodolo to be taken out of the game, and he'll end his start having allowed two runs on five hits and three walks while striking out four across five innings. He's dealt with blisters over the past couple of seasons and needed a stint on the 15-day injured list in 2025, but his recovery timeline should become more clear once he undergoes more tests.

JULY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati Reds Starter Nick Lodolo Exits Start vs. Cubs With Blister Issue What started as a solid outing for Nick Lodolo turned into a deja vu nightmare in the top of the sixth inning.

JULY 12 • SI.COM

Hunter Greene strikes out 12 and allows 3 hits in 7 innings as Reds defeat Cubs 4-0

Hunter Greene struck out 12 and allowed three hits in seven dominant innings, Elly De La Cruz and JJ Bleday homered and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 4-0 on Friday nigh...

JULY 11 • Associated Press

Nick Lodolo's Dominant Stretch Makes the Reds' Trade Decision Even More Interesting Lodolo has been fantastic over his last three starts.

JULY 6 • SI.COM

Steer homers and Lodolo shuts down Orioles, Reds win 3-2 to avoid sweep

Spencer Steer broke up a scoreless game with his 14th home run this season, Nick Lodolo pitched six scoreless innings, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-2

JULY 5 • Associated Press

Sharp in third win Lodolo (3-2) earned the win Sunday over the Orioles, allowing a run on six hits and two walks over six innings. He struck out four.

Impact Lodolo was solid Sunday, as he held Baltimore scoreless through five innings before ultimately allowing a lone run on Coby Mayo's two-out single in the sixth. The win is Lodolo's first since May 31 -- that was also the last time he went at least six innings in a start. While his workload had been limited of late, Lodolo's now allowed just one run across 15 innings in his last three outings. The southpaw's lowered his ERA to 4.68 across 11 starts (57.2 innings) this season with a 1.46 WHIP and 46:24 K:BB. Lodolo is tentatively in line to face the Cubs at home his next time out.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Reds host Baltimore Orioles, look to break home losing streak

The Cincinnati Reds aim to stop their six-game home slide with a win over the Baltimore Orioles

JULY 5 • Associated Press

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Rumfield erupts for 4 hits, Sugano efficient in return from injured list as Rockies beat Reds 10-3

Bregman's 2-run homer in the 7th propels the Cubs to a 5-3 victory over the Reds

Hunter Greene strikes out 12 and allows 3 hits in 7 innings as Reds defeat Cubs 4-0

Steer homers and Lodolo shuts down Orioles, Reds win 3-2 to avoid sweep

Reds host Baltimore Orioles, look to break home losing streak