Overview

• Lodolo left Monday’s start after just 1.2 innings against the Cubs when trainers examined his pitching hand
• Cincinnati has not confirmed the exact diagnosis, though initial reports point to a blister on his left index finger
• His premature exit forces the bullpen to cover more than seven innings, intensifying concerns over relief depth
• The 27-year-old southpaw has battled recurring hand issues since May 2024, including prior blister-related stints on the injured list
• Fans flooded social media with worry over the injury’s impact on the season and recent PrizePicks betting outcomes