The Cincinnati Reds are closer to getting one of their best pitchers back in the rotation. After allowing just two runs on five hits in 4 1/3 innings on Satursday night, Nick Lodolo is set to return to the big leagues. Lodolo finished with six strikeouts and two walks. He's on the injured list due to a blister on his left hand. Manager Terry Francona told Gordon Wittenmyer of the Enquirer and other reporters that Lodolo will pitch on Friday against the Astros. Meanwhile, Chase Petty will start for Cincinnati on Monday in Chicago against the Cubs. Check out some of Lodolo's highlights from his performance on Saturday night below: — Louisville Bats (@LouisvilleBats) May 3, 2026 Petty's Chance Cincinnati Reds pitcher Chase Petty delivers a pitch in the first inning of the MLB game between Cincinnati Reds and St. Louis Cardinals at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. | Albert Cesare/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Monday is a big day for Petty.…