Miami announced Monday that Bender (shin) has been shut down from throwing after encountering another setback, Craig Mish of Marlins.tv reports.
Bender has been shelved since late June due to a stress reaction in his right shin, and he's experienced at least two setbacks during his rehab program. The reliever will be re-evaluated at the Marlins' spring training complex in Florida before a decision is made on his next steps, but it's possible his 2026 season is over.