Reese Olson

Reese Olson (shoulder) will miss the entire 2026 season for the Detroit Tigers according to Cody Stavenhagen.

Fantasy Impact

Olson underwent a labrum repair procedure February 2, ending his opportunity to pitch this upcoming season. The Detroit front office added veteran right-hander Justin Verlander on a one-year, $13 million contract in a move to offset the loss of Olson prior to the season.

Reese Olson (shoulder), who missed the last half of the 2025 season with a shoulder issue, may not be ready for opening day, according to Evan Petzold's "Days of Roar" podcast.

Fantasy Impact

Olson started a throwing program in December after receiving a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection in August that caused him to miss the last couple months of the 2025 season. According to reports, he is progressing, but may not be ready for opening day. Primarily due to injuries, the 26-year-old righty has not pitched more than 112.1 innings in a season at the big league level. When on the mound, Olson has pitched to a 3.60 ERA in 284.2 innings across three seasons with the Tigers. Fortunately for Detroit, the Tigers have a deep rotation and they have a number of options (Keider Montero, Troy Melton, Sawyer Gipson-Long) who can fill in until Olson is ready.

Reese Olson is scheduled to resume throwing this week.

Fantasy Impact

Olson missed the back half of last season with a shoulder strain. He was able to avoid surgery and figures to be healthy going into spring training.

Reese Olson has begun a return-to-play throwing progression after being cleared to resume baseball activities.

Fantasy Impact

After receiving a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection in his shoulder on August 5, Olson will now begin a throwing progression. He could potentially return during the postseason.

Reese Olson received a PRP injection on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Olson is hopeful to return for the postseason. He won't pitch again in the regular season.