Cincinnati Reds' Tough Start... Tyler Callihan Unbelievable Missed Call and Injury RANT!

In a heart-wrenching moment during the Cincinnati Reds’ 4-0 loss to the Atlanta Braves on May 5, 2025, rookie left fielder Tyler Callihan suffered a season-ending broken left forearm, casting a shadow over the game at Truist Park. The 24-year-old, playing in just his fourth MLB game after a recent call-up from Triple-A Louisville, was injured while attempting a diving catch on a Matt Olson fly ball in the third inning. Callihan briefly gloved the ball before crashing into the padded wall in foul territory at full speed. The impact dislodged the ball, resulting in a two-run inside-the-park home run for Olson, as Callihan writhed in pain, his arm bent at a gruesome angle. The Reds challenged the no-catch ruling, but replays confirmed Callihan didn’t maintain control, per MLB rules. He walked off the field with trainers, his arm splinted, and was later diagnosed with multiple fractures requiring surgery. Manager Terry Francona expressed devastation, noting Callihan’s effort and character, saying, “He’s such a good kid, you feel terrible for him.” Teammate Brady Singer, who pitched six innings but allowed all four runs, praised Callihan’s hustle, stating, “I’ll take guys like that every day.” Callihan, a 2019 third-round pick, had shown promise with a .303/.410/.528 slash line in Louisville and notched his first MLB hit days earlier. His injury, following a history of setbacks like a 2021 Tommy John surgery, is a tough blow. The Reds, held to one hit by Braves starter AJ Smith-Shawver, now face the challenge of moving forward without their resilient rookie.