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Reds Rookie Tyler Callihan Out 6–8 Weeks After Surgery on Broken Forearm

The 24-year-old outfielder sustained the injury during an attempted catch that resulted in a two-run inside-the-park home run for the Braves.

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ATLANTA, GA - MAY 05: Tyler Callihan #32 of the Cincinnati Reds makes a catch during the game against the Cincinnati Reds at Truist Park on May 5, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. Callihan broke his forearm after making the catch and slamming into the wall.
May 5, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Cincinnati Reds left fielder Tyler Callihan (32) leaves the game with an injury against the Atlanta Braves in the third inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Tyler Callihan broke his left forearm in a collision with the outfield wall while attempting a sliding catch in his fourth MLB game on May 5.
  • Replay review confirmed the ball was not securely caught, resulting in Matt Olson's two-run inside-the-park home run during the Reds' 4-0 loss to the Braves.
  • Callihan underwent successful surgery on May 6 to repair fractures in both forearm bones, with a plate inserted to stabilize the injury.
  • The Reds placed Callihan on the 10-day injured list, and he is expected to refrain from baseball activities for 6–8 weeks, potentially returning later this season.
  • The Reds made roster adjustments following the injury, recalling outfielder Jacob Hurtubise and pitcher Lyon Richardson from Triple-A Louisville.