After successfully navigating a bullpen session last week, it appeared as if Nick Lodolo had finally gotten past the tibia issue that plagued him for the better part of a year. The Cincinnati Reds and their prized lefty are putting that to the test for ‘real’ today as Lodolo will get the start in their Sunday afternoon Cactus League game against the Cleveland Guardians.
Should he come out of this appearance feeling as good as he did after the bullpen session, there’s every reason to believe he can still ramp up to be ready in time for Opening Day.