Cincinnati Reds
PITCHER HEALTH
Preseason 2026 injury analysis, durability risk profiles, and return timelines for the Cincinnati Reds pitching rotation.
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ROTATION OUTLOOK
Cincinnati's depth is severely tested with Brandon Williamson and Julian Aguiar both sidelined by Tommy John surgeries.
KEY PITCHERS
Brandon Williamson
SP • #1 Starter
Injury History
Tommy John surgery, September 2024. Projected IL. Questionable for Opening Day 2026.
Durability Risk Profile
Williamson is nearing the end of his rehab. His 2026 durability as a mid-rotation piece is a wildcard for the Reds.
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Julian Aguiar
SP • #2 Starter
Injury History
Tommy John surgery, October 11, 2024. Projected IL. Questionable for Opening Day.
Durability Risk Profile
Aguiar faces high risk in his return season. Command and feel often lag behind velocity post-TJ.
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Hunter Greene
RHP • #3 Starter
Injury History
Elbow (2026-03-10). Questionable. Expected to be out until at least Jul 1..
Durability Risk Profile
Greene is the healthy anchor of the staff. Durability risk is moderate due to 100+ mph velocity floor.
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Andrew Abbott
LHP • #4 Starter
Injury History
Generally healthy 2025. No major arm injuries on record entering 2026 camp.
Durability Risk Profile
Abbott provides reliable healthy innings. Lowest risk among the rotation core.
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Nick Lodolo
LHP • #5 Starter
Injury History
History of leg and foot stress fractures. Managed arm workload in 2025. No new structural arm issues.
Durability Risk Profile
Moderate risk due to chronic lower-half durability issues. mechanical stability depends on leg health.
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