Trending Now - Reds' Ferguson Sidelined by Mild Oblique Strain

WHO:

Caleb Ferguson, Cincinnati Reds reliever

Terry Francona, Reds manager

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WHAT:

Ferguson is dealing with a mild right oblique strain.

Ferguson is not expected to be available for the start of the 2026 season.

Ferguson signed a one-year contract worth $4.5 million on December 18, 2025.

Ferguson made a career-high 70 appearances in 2025, with a combined record of 5-4 and a 3.58 ERA over 65 1/3 innings.

Ferguson allowed five runs over 2 2/3 innings in three postseason appearances with Seattle.

Ferguson has a combined career record of 24-17 with a 3.66 ERA and six saves.

Ferguson gave up five earned runs and five hits over two-thirds of an inning in his most recent spring game against the Royals.

The Reds are preparing to open the season without right-hander Hunter Greene due to an elbow injury.

WHERE:

Goodyear, Arizona

WHEN:

Ferguson's injury was revealed on March 13, 2026.

Ferguson underwent an MRI exam on March 13, 2026.

Ferguson signed his contract on December 18, 2025.

WHY:

Ferguson experienced soreness after a spring training game, which led to the MRI being done as a precaution.

HOW:

Ferguson's injury was diagnosed through an MRI exam.

The Reds are considering keeping Ferguson's arm moving while monitoring his recovery.

(UPDATED March 13, 2026 19:21 UTC)

Caleb Ferguson, a reliever for the Cincinnati Reds, is dealing with a mild right oblique strain and is not expected to be available for the start of the 2026 season. The injury was revealed today after Ferguson experienced soreness following a spring training game, prompting an MRI exam that confirmed the strain. As the Reds prepare for the upcoming season, they will also be without right-hander Hunter Greene due to an elbow injury.