Tyler Callihan's gruesome injury — which occurred during his fourth career Major League game — required multiple surgeries on his forearm and wrist, ultimately ending his 2025 season on May 5.
It wasn't clear when Callihan would return, but just nine months removed from the original injury, it didn't seem as though the Cincinnati Reds were planning for him to be back by Opening Day. All offseason, they've accumulated depth in the outfield, and yet, according to MLB.com's Mark Sheldon, the 25-year-old is ready to make his case for a roster spot on day one.