Reds playoff push takes hit with Nick Lodolo scratched from start

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo | Jess Rapfogel/GettyImagesThe Cincinnati Reds will head into Tuesday's matchup against the Toronto Blue Jays without one of their best pitchers. Nick Lodolo, who just returned from the injured list after battling a blister issue for a few weeks, was scratched from the Reds' rotation with an illness. Reliever Scott Barlow will act as the opener for the Reds' clash against the Blue Jays.

This is the last thing the Reds wanted to deal with as they attempt to chase down the New York Mets for the final NL Wild Card spot. The Reds came from behind during the ninth inning to take Game 1 from the Blue Jays on Monday, but were hoping for a strong effort from…