Scouting Report: Nick Lucky
Chicago Cubs | SS
Overall
Summary
Nick Lodolo, 28-year-old LHP for the Cincinnati Reds, was activated off the injured list after recovering from a blister issue on his left index finger. He is making his 2026 season debut against the Houston Astros. In 2025, Lodolo had a career year with a 3.33 ERA, 3.81 FIP, 156.2 IP, and 5.03 K/BB ratio, earning 4.7 bWAR. He was selected to Team USA for the World Baseball Classic heading into 2026. Lodolo is expected to provide significant support to a Reds rotation that has been decimated by injuries to Brandon Williamson (60-day IL), Rhett Lowder (shoulder discomfort), and closer Emilio Pagan (hamstring injury).
Strengths
- Career-best 2025 season with 3.33 ERA and 4.7 bWAR
- Elite strikeout-to-walk ratio of 5.03 K/BB
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