Sal Stewart’s Homecoming Highlights Reds’ Notebook as Nick Lodolo Innovates
Sal Stewart will make his first big-league appearance in his hometown this week at loanDepot Park. The Miami native grew up about 30 minutes from the ballpark and expects roughly 150 to 170 friends and family to attend.
Homecoming and local roots
Stewart says Miami helped shape his confidence and toughness. He plans to soak in the moment against the Marlins.
Attendance at weekday April games is often light. Television viewers may hear members of Stewart’s family cheering loudly.
Nick Lodolo innovates with blister management
Right-hander Nick Lodolo is addressing a recurring blister issue with a new approach. He discovered a device-like resource during recent research.
Lodolo declined to reveal specifics about the gadget. Manager Terry Francona described it as a “gadget.” Lodolo threw catch on Monday and reported progress.
Blisters lack a single medical specialist. Players adapt using varied methods based on skin type and grip. Lodolo favors the index finger on the ball, while many pitchers rely on the middle finger.
He has consulted peers who have battled similar problems. The goal is to find a reliable, repeatable solution that allows him to pitch now.
Context from the Reds’ Notebook
Filmogaz.com notes this item among several entries in the Reds’ Notebook. The entry highlights how Lodolo innovates as he seeks stability.
Return matchup: Dane Myers faces former team
Dane Myers returns to Miami after being acquired from the Marlins last December. Francona praised Myers as an excellent defender who continues to contribute.
Myers wants regular playing time. Current roster construction limits immediate opportunities, but his defense keeps him in games.
Hunter Greene update
Francona said Hunter Greene will begin using plyo balls on Thursday. That activity aligns with a roughly four-week rehabilitation mark.
Plyo balls let pitchers move the arm before full throwing is permitted. Francona called the method an effective way to bridge rehab phases.
- Sal Stewart: Miami native, first hometown big-league game this week.
- Attendance expected: about 150–170 friends and family.
- Nick Lodolo: testing a new gadget-style resource for blisters.
- Dane Myers: faces the Marlins after December trade.
- Hunter Greene: will start plyo-ball work Thursday at four-week mark.
