Rhett Lowder

Lowder missed the entire 2025 season after suffering a forearm injury that required rehabilitation, then dealing with a strained oblique muscle that kept him sidelined until the Arizona Fall League. His velocity sat in the 93-95 mph range during short AFL outings.

Fantasy Impact

The AFL stint also showcased improvements to Lowder's secondary arsenal, as he displayed a plus changeup and a sharper slider that generated swings and misses. He enters spring training healthy and will compete for a spot in Cincinnati's rotation.

Rhett Lowder was scratched from his scheduled start on Friday with Triple-A Louisville after his right shoulder did not recover well from his previous outing.

Fantasy Impact

Lowder underwent an MRI that revealed no structural damage. With about a week left in the season, Lowder will not return to the mound and will rehab during the offseason.

Rhett Lowder is scheduled to make his next rehab start with Triple-A Louisville on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Lowder started his rehab assignment on September 13, throwing 34 pitches over two innings and allowing one run. He is expected to throw two or three innings on Friday. It is unclear if he will be activated following the outing.

Rhett Lowder began his rehab assignment on Saturday with Triple-A Louisville.

Fantasy Impact

Lowder has been out all season recovering from elbow discomfort and an oblique strain. He is likely working his way back to being fully healthy for spring training.

Reds manager Terry Francona said Rhett Lowder will throw a bullpen session on Tuesday and Friday this week.

Fantasy Impact

Lowder began a throwing progression earlier this week. He remains hopeful to return this season.