Reese Olson to Miss 2026 Season Following Shoulder Surgery

Reese Olson will miss the entire 2026 season after undergoing right shoulder labral repair on February 2, 2026. The Detroit Tigers have placed the right-hander on the 60-day injured list; the club has stated he will be out for the full year.

Background

Olson’s 2025 campaign ended in late July with a right shoulder strain. After evaluation and rehab, the decision was made to proceed with labral repair surgery, which carries a lengthy recovery and rules him out for 2026.

Roster Impact

The move opened a 40-man roster spot for Detroit. The Tigers have since added rotation help by signing Framber Valdez and Justin Verlander; fellow right-hander Jackson Jobe was also placed on the 60-day IL (Tommy John surgery), opening additional flexibility.

What It Means for AthX

Olson won’t pitch in 2026, so his AthX price will reflect zero innings and no dividend pace for the season. Valdez and Verlander absorb the workload he would have had—their shares may see stronger demand as the rotation’s clear anchors. Dynamic pricing will track Detroit’s rotation usage and any further moves.

Bottom Line

Reese Olson had right shoulder labral repair and will miss the 2026 season. The Tigers will rely on other starters—including their high-profile offseason signings—in his absence. Browse the marketplace to see how rotation changes affect player values on AthX. *Sources: MLB Trade Rumors, RotoWire, CBS Sports, Yahoo Sports. Fact-checked February 11, 2026.*