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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Ray-Patrick Didder (Rhett Lowder) is a Cincinnati Reds right-handed starter who was placed on the 15-day injured list on May 13, 2026, due to right shoulder pain/discomfort. Lowder exited his May 7 start early after three innings against the Cubs, reporting a "clicking" sensation in his right shoulder. An MRI revealed no structural damage, and he received an injection for the discomfort. Manager Terry Francona indicated this is a precautionary measure to prevent long-term issues. Lowder is coming off a completely lost 2025 season due to forearm and oblique injuries, having thrown only 9.1 minor league innings. In 2024, he posted an impressive 1.17 ERA in his first 30.2 big league innings but has struggled with durability. The Reds are being cautious with their young starter and plan to have him continue throwing while sidelined. Earliest return date is May 28, 2026.
Strengths
- + Impressive 1.17 ERA in 2024 debut (30.2 IP)
- + No structural damage found on MRI
- + Young prospect with high ceiling
- + Reds committed to long-term development
- + Receiving proper medical care and rest
Weaknesses
- - Missed entire 2025 season due to forearm and oblique injuries
- - Recurring injury concerns in 2026 (shoulder discomfort)
- - Limited innings pitched recently (139.1 IP across all levels in 2024)
- - Durability questions given injury history
- - Currently sidelined with no clear return timeline beyond May 28
Injury Status: IL-15
About
Ray-Patrick Didder is a shortstop for the Chicago Cubs.
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