"Lodolo cruised through the first eight hitters with four strikeouts before coming out of the game. It's an all too familiar problem for the former seventh overall pick."
"This flareup should be a minor problem, but it's no doubt frustrating for player and team alike. The hope had been for Lodolo to get through 60-65 pitches tonight."
"Lodolo's injury led the Reds to promote rookie righty Jose Franco as a long reliever. After tonight's off day, Cincinnati has 10 consecutive game days."
Nick Lodolo exited his rehab start in the third inning due to recurring blister issues on his left index finger. He had previously struck out four of the first eight batters faced. This injury is part of a troubling pattern, as Lodolo has dealt with blisters for three straight seasons, alongside other injuries. The Reds had hoped he would complete 60-65 pitches before rejoining the MLB rotation, but he left after only 40 pitches. Brandon Williamson has taken his place in the rotation, and the team has not altered its position player group since Opening Day.
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