Rhett Lowder

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.

Rhett Lowder threw a side session this week and will throw another in front of team staff on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

After a successful side session this week, Lowder is progressing well in his recovery and is scheduled to throw another one. Although he won't return from the injured list this season, his progress indicates he should be ready for the start of the 2026 season.