Reds' Encarnacion-Strand and Williamson Face Potential Season-Ending Surgeries

Key evaluations will determine if Christian Encarnacion-Strand and Brandon Williamson can avoid surgery and return this season.

Encarnacion-Strand has ligament damage in his fractured hand and may need surgery, which could be postponed until after the season.
Williamson, dealing with a Bennett lesion in his shoulder, is undergoing evaluations to determine if he can avoid surgery.
The Reds' playoff hopes may be impacted by the potential loss of these key players.
Manager David Bell remains hopeful that both players can return without surgery.
Noelvi Marte is expected back from a steroid suspension by the end of the month.