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Reds place Julian Garcia on IL, recall Julian Aguiar from Triple-A

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Reds place Julian Garcia on IL, recall Julian Aguiar from Triple-A

Summary

The Cincinnati Reds placed right-hander Julian Garcia on the injured list due to bone chips in his elbow and recalled Julian Aguiar from Triple-A Louisville. Garcia, who has a 3.13 ERA in 33 appearances this season, is expected to undergo surgery for the elbow issue. Aguiar's call-up comes as the Reds need depth in their pitching rotation, especially with Chase Burns on an innings limit during the final month of his first big-league season. Aguiar last appeared in the MLB in 2024 before undergoing Tommy John surgery. He will now serve as a piggyback option for Burns in the opener against the Chicago Cubs on September 18.

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Status Watch

•Julian Garcia is placed on the IL due to elbow issues.
•Julian Aguiar is recalled to help with pitching depth.
•Chase Burns is on an innings limit for September.
•Garcia managed elbow pain for two years before needing surgery.
•Aguiar returns to the majors after Tommy John surgery.

Latest Updates

10:01 PMYahoo Sports — Reds RHP Julian Garcia (elbow) to IL, RHP Julian Aguiar recalled

What they're saying

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Cincinnati Reds right-hander Julian Aguiar, who debuted in 2024 before Tommy John surgery wiped out his 2025, was called up to pair with Chase Burns.
— Yahoo Sports

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