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Catches simulated game Stephenson (thumb) caught two innings of a simulated game Tuesday, MLB.com reports.

Impact Stephenson caught for pitcher Chase Burns (elbow) as a final test for the thumb guard that's been fitted to his catcher's mitt. He previously caught in the bullpen and took batting practice in preparation for a rehab assignment that is scheduled to begin Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for rehab assignment Stephenson (thumb) caught two innings of a simulated game Tuesday and will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Louisville on Wednesday, MLB.com reports.

Impact Stephenson was behind the plate for rehabbing right-hander Chase Burns' (elbow) throwing session as a final test for the thumb guard that's been fitted to his catcher's mitt. The backstop has been on the shelf since Aug. 20 due to a fractured thumb on his left (non-throwing) hand, but since he's been able to catch multiple bullpen sessions in addition to taking batting practice, he shouldn't require a lengthy rehab assignment. He could be a candidate for activation from the 10-day injured list for this weekend's series with the Mets.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Reds take on the Blue Jays in series rubber match

The Cincinnati Reds and Toronto Blue Jays play on Wednesday with the winner claiming the three-game series

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Reds Manager Terry Francona Provides Positive Injury Update on Tyler Stephenson A positive update.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • SI.COM

Cleared for rehab assignment Stephenson (thumb) will begin a rehab assignment Wednesday, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox 19 Now Cincinnati reports.

Impact Stephenson has missed just over two weeks of action with a fractured thumb but has already been cleared to play in games. He could be ready for activation from the 10-day injured list by this weekend.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Blue Jays take on the Reds after Bichette's 4-hit game

The Toronto Blue Jays take on the Cincinnati Reds after Bo Bichette had four hits on Monday in a 5-4 loss to the Reds

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Reds host the Blue Jays to begin 3-game series

The Cincinnati Reds host the Toronto Blue Jays to begin a three-game series

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Reds to break skid in matchup with the Cardinals

The Cincinnati Reds aim to break a five-game skid when they play the St. Louis Cardinals

AUGUST 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Takes batting practice Stephenson (thumb) took batting practice Friday, MLB.com reports.

Impact Stephenson also caught and blocked balls using a glove fitted with a thumb guard, as he continued to increase his level of activity. He soon could catch for a pitcher on flat ground. Per manager Terry Francona, Stephenson is pushing the recovery while the medical staff is trying to prevent a setback and added "he's doing pretty well."

AUGUST 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Reds aim to stop 4-game skid, play the Cardinals

The Cincinnati Reds aim to break their four-game losing streak when they take on the St. Louis Cardinals

AUGUST 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Reds enter matchup against the Cardinals on losing streak

The Cincinnati Reds will try to break a three-game losing streak when they take on the St. Louis Cardinals

AUGUST 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Tests out thumb guard Stephenson (thumb) played catch and blocked softer baseballs Monday in a test of the thumb guard fitted for his catcher's mitt, MLB.com reports.

Impact Stephenson was encouraged by the activity and is scheduled to take batting practice Friday. The Reds remain in the mix for a wild-card spot, so if Stephenson is deemed capable of playing through a left thumb fracture, he'll likely return from the 10-day injured list in early September.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tests thumb guard Stephenson (thumb) played catch and blocked softer practice balls in a test of the thumb guard fitted for his catcher's mitt Monday, MLB.com reports.

Impact Stephenson was encouraged by the activity and is scheduled to take batting practice Friday. The Reds remain in the mix for a wild card spot, sitting just 2.5 games back, so if Stephenson is ready for game action, it's likely he'll play as long as Cincinnati has a shot at the postseason.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers host the Reds on 4-game home win streak

The Los Angeles Dodgers host the Cincinnati Reds looking to extend a four-game home winning streak

AUGUST 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson has 'good' first day of work with injured thumb "Today was a good starting point," said Cincinnati Reds starting catcher, who used a custom-fitted protective sleeve on his broken thumb Mon...

AUGUST 26, 2025 • CINCINNATI.COM

Dodgers host the Reds on home winning streak

The Los Angeles Dodgers, on a three-game home winning streak, host the Cincinnati Reds

AUGUST 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Being fitted for thumb guard The Reds are having Stephenson (thumb) fitted for a thumb guard that will be inserted inside a catcher's mitt, MLB.com reports.

Impact Stephenson sustained a fractured left thumb earlier this month and was placed on the injured list Aug. 20 (retroactive to Aug. 17). That he's being fitted for a guard indicates the club feels Stephenson can still play this season; however, Cincinnati will proceed with caution and let the fracture heal before speculating on a timeframe for his return.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks play the Reds on home winning streak

The Arizona Diamondbacks, on a three-game home winning streak, host the Cincinnati Reds

AUGUST 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Reds visit the Diamondbacks to begin 3-game series

The Arizona Diamondbacks host the Cincinnati Reds to open a three-game series

AUGUST 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Deadspin | Reds place C Tyler Stephenson (thumb) on 10-day injured list Deadspin | Reds place C Tyler Stephenson (thumb) on 10-day injured list

AUGUST 21, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Reds place catcher Tyler Stephenson on injured list because of thumb injury

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson was placed on the injured list Wednesday because of a small fracture on the tip of his left thumb, an injury he initially sustained while c...

AUGUST 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Reds place Tyler Stephenson (left thumb fracture) on IL Before Wednesday's finale against the Angels, the Reds placed catcher Tyler Stephenson on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to Sunday, wi...

AUGUST 20, 2025 • MLB.COM

Heads to IL with fractured thumb The Reds placed Stephenson on the 10-day injured list Thursday due to a fractured left thumb.

Impact Cincinnati had previously labeled the injury that had kept Stephenson from playing in the last four games as a sore thumb, but X-rays evidently revealed that the backstop sustained structural damage to the finger. The team hasn't provided word on the severity of the fracture nor indicated whether Stephenson will require surgery, so his timeline for a return is unclear at the moment. Cincinnati called up Will Banfield from Triple-A Louisville to provide the team with another option behind the plate, but Jose Trevino is expected to receive the bulk of the starts at catcher while Stephenson is on the shelf.

AUGUST 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Taking seat again Tuesday Stephenson (thumb) is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Angels.

Impact Stephenson finds himself on the bench for a fourth consecutive game due to a sore left thumb. Jose Trevino is receiving another start behind the plate and is batting seventh for Cincinnati.

AUGUST 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed in starting lineup Stephenson (thumb) isn't listed in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Angels.

Impact Stephenson is still being slowed by a sore left thumb, opening up another opportunity for Jose Trevino behind the dish. Stephenson can continue to be considered day-to-day until the team provides another update.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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