Brandon Williamson must fix one issue to stay in the Reds rotation plans

Brandon Williamson must improve his control to remain in the Cincinnati Reds' rotation plans for 2027. The 28-year-old left-hander has struggled with command this season, walking 20 batters before a four-month shoulder injury and continuing to issue walks at a high rate since returning in early September, with seven walks in 9⅔ innings across two appearances. His strike rate of 58% before the injury and 63% since returning both fall short of the league average of 64-65%, and his career 19% strikeout rate makes frequent walks particularly problematic for a starter. With Hunter Greene undergoing Tommy John surgery and Brady Singer potentially leaving in free agency, a rotation spot should be available, but Williamson will need to demonstrate better command to secure it.

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