Overview
- Williamson, 28, went on the 15-day injured list for left shoulder fatigue after Thursday's MRI showed no structural damage and he received a cortisone shot.
- He exited Wednesday's start against the Rockies after three innings, allowing four runs with four walks and four strikeouts.
- The Reds recalled right-hander Zach Maxwell from Triple-A Louisville to bolster the bullpen while they sort out the next rotation turn.
- With no off-day until May 11, Cincinnati is weighing Nick Lodolo after one more rehab outing, prospect Chase Petty on matching rest, or long reliever Jose Franco and bullpen games.
- Williamson missed 2025 after elbow surgery and has a 6.11 ERA this year, and the 19-11 Reds are still waiting on Hunter Greene, who is projected to return in July.