Carson Spiers

The Reds re-signed RHP Carson Spiers to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.

Fantasy Impact

Spiers is slated to continue recovering from Tommy John surgery. He had lost his spot on the Reds 40-man roster as a result.

The Reds have designated Carson Spiers for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Spiers will lose his spot on the 40-man roster as the Reds needed to free up spots to protect prospects from the Rule 5 draft. He is expected to miss the majority of the 2026 season as he recovers from Tommy John surgery.

Reds manager Terry Francona said it’s trending toward Carson Spiers having surgery on his elbow.

Fantasy Impact

It was revealed that an MRI revealed ligament issues on Spiers injured elbow. There should be an update when available if he officially undergoes surgery.

Carson Spiers underwent an MRI on Monday that revealed elbow ligament issues.

Fantasy Impact

After being sidelined since April 20 with a right shoulder impingement, Spiers recently had his rehab assignment halted due to a new injury. He is now set to consult with Dr. Keith Meister for a second opinion before deciding on his next course of action.

The Cincinnati Reds have paused Carson Spiers' rehab assignment due to right biceps soreness.

Fantasy Impact

Spiers was placed on the injured list April 20 with a right shoulder impingement and had been progressing toward a return. He began a rehab assignment on July 3 and built up to 75 pitches in his latest appearance Saturday. However, he's now dealing with right biceps soreness, which has caused a setback. A timeline for his return remains uncertain.