Caleb Ferguson Sidelined by Oblique Strain

Caleb Ferguson will miss Opening Day for the Cincinnati Reds due to an oblique injury that will sideline him for at least two weeks. The left-handed reliever, signed this offseason to a 1-year, $4.5 million contract, was expected to be a key piece of the bullpen. His absence creates roster opportunities for other arms, with Sam Moll and Brock Burke now serving as the primary left-handed relief options for the team as they adjust their pitching staff heading into the new season.