Cincinnati Reds Share Latest Update on Second Baseman Matt McLain

McLain hasn't appeared in a game this season.

Feb 15, 2024; Goodyear, AZ, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Matt McLain (9), left, and third baseman Elly De La Cruz (44), pose for the camera during spring training workouts. Mandatory Credit: Kareem Elgazzar-USA TODAY Sports / Kareem Elgazzar-USA TODAY Sports

CINCINNATI — Reds second baseman Matt McLain has been cleared to start swinging again according to Mark Sheldon of MLB.com.

McLain hasn't played in a game this season after hurting his left shoulder and undergoing surgery in spring training. He was on track to start a rehab assignment earlier this month, but suffered a rib injury that slowed down his return to the field.

It's a good sign that he can swing, but it's still unclear if he'll make it back to the big leagues this season. They won't have a rehab date assigned until at least next week according to Sheldon.

McLain had an MRI on his ribs and another exam of his shoulder. He has been cleared to resume swinging. A new rehab assignment date won’t be known until at least next week, said Bell.

— Mark Sheldon (@m_sheldon) August 16, 2024

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