Hunter Greene Injury News & Updates

Greene (4-7) surrendered four runs on nine hits and a walk while striking out six over five innings to take the loss Sunday versus the Cardinals.

The Cardinals tagged him for one run in the second inning and three more in the third, and that was enough for Greene to take the loss. The right-hander allowed 16 runs (15 earned) over 26.2 innings across his last five starts of the campaign. He finished the year with a 4.82 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 152:48 K:BB through 112 innings across 22 starts. It's a small step back from his 4.44 ERA in 125.2 innings in 2022. The hard-throwing 24-year-old is still likely to feature in the Reds' rotation in 2024, but he could still benefit from further developing his changeup to improve his arsenal -- opposing hitters slugged .500 against that pitch and .515 on his fastball in 2023.

Greene escaped with a no-decision Tuesday in the Reds' 11-7 win over the Guardians, surrendering seven runs on eight hits -- including three home runs -- and a walk over three-plus innings. He struck out three.

After a scoreless first frame, the wheels came off for Greene as he served up a three-run blast to Bo Naylor in the second inning before Kole Calhoun and Andres Gimenez took him deep in the third. After the right-hander put the first two batters he faced in the fourth inning aboard, he left the mound having tossed 70 pitches (47 strikes), but Cincinnati got Greene off the hook for his seventh loss of the season by taking the lead in the top of the fifth. The awful outing snapped a string of three impressive starts for the 24-year-old, who now has a 4.57 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 32:7 K:BB through 21.2 innings in September. If he stays on turn, Greene lines up to start the Reds' final game of the regular season Oct. 1 in St. Louis, with a potential wild-card spot on the line -- the team heads into play Wednesday 1.5 games back of the Cubs for the final playoff berth in the NL.

Greene did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing one run on three hits and one walk over seven innings against Minnesota while striking out 14.

Greene dominated the Twins over his seven innings of work, fanning four of the first six batters he faced en route to posting a career-high 14 strikeouts on the afternoon. It marked the right-hander's fourth consecutive start in which he allowed three or fewer runs and the first time he's gone at least seven innings since May 21. It was also Greene's fifth start this season with 10 or more strikeouts.

Greene did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing three runs on four hits and one walk over 5.2 innings against the Mets. He struck out six.

Greene was well on his way to finishing six scoreless innings in line for the win, but a two-out three-run home run by Pete Alonso tied the game for the Mets and sent Greene to the showers. Prior to Alonso's homer, Greene had gone 17 consecutive innings without allowing an earned run and his six strikeouts lifted his total to 129 in 97 innings for a K:9 of 12.0. His next start is tentatively scheduled to take place at home against the Twins.

Greene (4-6) had his way with the Cardinals on Sunday, earning the win while allowing an unearned run on one hits and four walks in six innings. He struck out nine.

Greene's lone hit allowed on the day was an RBI-single from Andrew Knizner in the fourth. The 23-year-old has now allowed just two unearned runs on four hits and five walks while recording 15 punchouts over his last 11.1 innings after surrendering 14 runs (13 earned) in his first two starts back from the injured list. Greene seems poised for a strong run to close out the season will look to continue his dominant effort in a road matchup with the Mets his next time out.

Green (illness) was reinstated from the COVID-19 injured list and is starting Sunday against the Cardinals, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

The 24-year-old has been unavailable since shortly after his previous start Aug. 30, but he'll rejoin Cincinnati's rotation Sunday versus the Cardinals. Greene has a 4.75 ERA in 17 starts this season but will look to build on his last outing, during which he limited San Francisco to three hits and a walk over 5.1 scoreless frames.

Greene (illness) is set to start Sunday against the Cardinals.

Greene has been on the COVID-19-releated injured list since last Friday but returned to Cincinnati on Tuesday and is ready to resume his role in the rotation.

Greene (illness) was scheduled to fly from San Francisco to Cincinnati on Tuesday, MLB.com reports.

Greene landed on the COVID-19 list after his last start while the Reds were in San Francisco. The team will see if he's fit to pitch, but the hope is that Greene can return for the weekend series at home against the Cardinals.

Greene was placed on the COVID-19 injured list Friday, Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Greene's next start is tentatively scheduled for Monday and he could technically take the ball that day, but there's no minimum or maximum amount of time he has to spend on the COVID-19 IL, so his return date is unclear. The righty allowed on unearned run over 5.1 innings in a win over the Giants in his last start.

Greene (3-6) picked up the win Wednesday, allowing one unearned run on three hits and a walk over 5.1 innings in a 4-1 victory over the Giants. He struck out six.

The right-hander got back on track after coughing up 14 runs (13 earned) in only 6.2 innings during his first two starts in August. Greene generated 30 called or swinging strikes among his 90 pitches as he collected his first win since June 17, as a lengthy IL stint due to a hip issue sidelined him for two months. The 24-year-old will look to carry that momentum into September, with his next outing likely to come at home next week against the Mariners.

Greene (2-6) allowed five runs on five hits and five walks while striking out four over 3.2 innings to take the loss Friday versus the Diamondbacks.

Greene was pummeled for five home runs in his return from a two-month absence with a hip injury last week. The only bright side from Friday's outing was that he was able to keep the ball in the yard, but the five walks were a season high for the hard-throwing righty. He's now at a 5.06 ERA, 1.53 WHIP and 108:39 K:BB through 80 innings across 16 starts this season. Greene is tentatively projected for a road start in San Francisco next week.

The Reds are now listing Greene as their probable starting pitcher for Friday's game in Arizona, the Associated Press reports.

Cincinnati initially planned on having Greene take the hill Saturday, which would have allowed him to start on five days' rest after he was blasted for nine runs (eight earned) on 10 hits -- including five home runs -- and three walks over three innings against the Blue Jays in his return from the 60-day injured list last Sunday. It's unclear what prompted the Reds to change plans and keep Greene on his typical four days' rest, but he'll presumably be flipping spots with Brett Kennedy, who is now expected to start Saturday's game.

Greene will get an extra day of rest before his next start, which will come Saturday in Arizona, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

Greene wasn't sharp in his first start back from the injured list Sunday versus the Blue Jays, allowing nine runs (eight earned) in three-plus innings, so a little extra rest couldn't hurt. Brett Kennedy will start Friday in Greene's old spot.

Greene (2-5) took the loss Sunday, allowing nine runs (eight earned) on 10 hits and three walks over three innings in a 10-3 loss against the Blue Jays. He struck out four.

Greene was ineffective in his first start since being placed on the 60-day injured list with right hip discomfort. After allowing five runs (four earned) in the first two innings, Green sent the Blue Jays down in order in the third. He then failed to generate an out in the fourth, allowing three home runs and walking two prior to being pulled. The eight earned runs and five homers allowed each matched a career high, while the three innings pitched match the second shortest outing of his young career. Greene is tentatively scheduled to make his next start Friday in Arizona against the Diamondbacks.

The Reds reinstated Greene (hip) from the 60-day injured list ahead of his scheduled start Sunday against the Blue Jays.

Greene ended up spending just over the minimum 60 days on the IL, as he'll be returning to the Cincinnati rotation for the first time since June 17 after making a full recovery from right hip discomfort. The young right-hander assuaged any lingering concerns about his health by turning in a dominant four-start rehab assignment between the rookie-level Arizona Complex League and Triple-A Louisville in which he compiled a 2.57 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 15:7 K:BB in 14 innings. Greene tossed 83 pitches and 5.2 innings in his final rehab outing Tuesday, so he's unlikely to face any major workload restrictions in his return from the IL.

The Reds announced that Greene (hip) will be activated from the 60-day injured list to start Sunday's game against the Blue Jays in Cincinnati.

As anticipated, Greene will get the green light to make his first appearance for Cincinnati since June 17 after he completed a successful four-start rehab assignment in the minors Tuesday. In his latest outing Tuesday for Triple-A Louisville, Greene built up to 83 pitches and 5.2 innings, allowing one unearned run on one hit and three walks while striking out nine. Given the healthy workload he handled Tuesday, the 24-year-old is unlikely to face any significant restrictions as he steps back into the Cincinnati rotation this weekend.

Greene (hip) allowed one unearned run on one hit and three walks while striking out nine over 5.2 innings for Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday.

Greene raised his pitch count to 83 in his fourth rehab start. The Reds targeted Aug. 20 for the right-hander to make his return to the majors, and he appears set to hit that mark.

Greene (hip) is expected to make two more rehab starts before he's activated, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

Greene made his second rehab appearance Saturday, throwing 46 pitches over 2.2 innings. He's scheduled for a third rehab start Thursday, when he's expected to work four innings.

Greene (hip) threw two scoreless innings with three strikeouts in a minor-league rehab start Tuesday for the Arizona Complex League Reds, Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Greene, who made his first rehab start, is due back in about three weeks with an estimated return date of Aug. 20. The right-hander is expected to move his rehab to Triple-A Louisville on Saturday, per MLB.com. The Reds took some heat at the trade deadline for not adding starting pitching, but the organization feels Greene and Nick Lodolo (leg) -- due back a week or two after Greene -- will be enough.

Greene (hip) is set to begin a rehab assignment Tuesday in the Arizona Complex League.

Greene has been sidelined since mid-June because of right hip discomfort and is currently on the 60-day injured list, so this figures to be a lengthy minor-league rehab stint. Previous reports have indicated that the Reds are targeting Aug. 20 for his return to the major-league rotation.

The Reds transferred Greene (hip) to the 60-day injured list Monday.

Greene was already expected to be out until Aug. 20, and his move to the 60-day IL won't have an impact on his return date. His spot on the 40-man roster will be filled by Sam Moll, who was acquired in a trade with Oakland on Monday.

Greene (hip) has an estimated return date of Aug. 20, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Greene emerged from Tuesday's side session no worse for wear and threw live batting practice Friday, per Mark Sheldon of MLB.com. The right-hander has been out since mid-June with right hip issues and has been working lately on strengthening core stability. A specific target date for his return has now come into focus, with a couple starts in the minors on a rehab assignment looking likely, perhaps starting next weekend.

Greene (hip) threw a side session Tuesday as part of a core stability program, MLB.com reports.

Cincinnati manager David Bell said Greene has one more level to achieve in the program. Once the right-hander finishes that, Greene will throw a live batting practice session. "It could all happen really fast," Bell said. "Any day, it's going to happen." Greene will continue with the program at the team's complex in Goodyear (Ariz.) before a rehab assignment at Triple-A Louisville or High-A Dayton.

Greene (hip) is throwing off a mound at the Reds' training complex in Goodyear (Ariz.), MLB.com reports.

Greene reached a third level of his rehab program and needs to achieve one more level before beginning a rehab assignment. The right-hander is doing a core-stability program to strengthen his hips and back to prevent future soreness. Cincinnati manager David Bell said Greene is still on track for an August return.

The Reds "aren't counting on" Greene (hip) to return from the 15-day injured list before August, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

Cincinnati is unlikely to put an official timeline on Greene's return from the IL until he receives a second opinion on his right hip, which cost him a turn in the rotation earlier in June before he landed on the IL last week. If the upcoming medical opinion yields good news, Greene could have a chance at returning shortly after the All-Star break, though at this stage, an August return appears likelier. Rosecrans notes that the Reds aren't expecting Nick Lodolo (tibia) to return from the IL until at least August as well, so the team's already thin starting pitching depth looks as though it'll continue to be tested for the next month.

Greene was placed on the 15-day injured list Monday with right hip pain.

Greene has battled the hip issue for a few weeks now, having a start skipped at one point and feeling renewed discomfort during his last outing Saturday in Houston. It doesn't seem like an injury which will lead to an extended absence, but more should be known about a potential timetable for the hard-throwing right-hander in the coming days.

Greene (2-4) earned the win Saturday, allowing two runs on five hits and four walks over six innings against the Astros. He struck out three.

Greene tied his season high with four walks and struck out three or fewer batters for just the second time this year, but he still posted his fifth quality start and earned his second win. The 23-year-old's 4.01 ERA could use some work, but his 97:27 K:BB through 67.1 innings is elite. He faces no competition for his spot in the rotation and will look to make it back-to-back quality starts next time out, which is lined up for a matchup against Atlanta.

Greene allowed three runs on six hits and two walks while striking out nine over 5.1 innings in a no-decision versus the Cardinals on Sunday.

Greene was pushed back in the rotation due to hip stiffness. He looked solid Sunday, throwing 61 of 88 pitches for strikes, but it took the Reds until the eighth inning to get a lead to stick. The right-hander has allowed eight runs over his last 24.1 innings while striking out 38 in that span. For the season, he's posted a 4.01 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 97:27 K:BB over 67.1 innings, though he has just a 1-4 record through 13 starts. Assuming the hip issue is behind him, he's tentatively projected to make his next start on the road in Houston.

Reds manager David Bell said Thursday that Greene (hip) "felt great" during his bullpen session and is on track to start Sunday in St. Louis, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

Greene had a start skipped because of hip stiffness, but pushing him back was viewed as precautionary and he looks ready to roll this weekend versus the Cardinals. The flamethrowing right-hander has been excellent of late, posting a 2.37 ERA and 29:8 K:BB over 19 innings covering his last three starts.

Greene will not make his next start until next Sunday against the Cardinals to stiffness in his hip, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

Reds manager David Bell told reporters that there's "no major concern" with Greene's hip, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. The right-hander was scheduled to pitch Monday against the Brewers, but that start will now go to Andrew Abbott with Abbott making his MLB debut. Greene has been excellent as of late and has struck out double-digit hitters in his last two starts, but he won't be back in action until next weekend against St. Louis, at the earliest.

Greene allowed one run on two hits and three walks while striking out eight batters over six innings in a no-decision against Boston on Thursday.

Greene gave up a fourth-inning run but was otherwise in control throughout his six frames. The right-hander has allowed just one run and two hits while striking out 19 batters over 12 innings across his past two starts, and he's recorded at least eight punchouts in four consecutive appearances. Greene has also tallied at least six innings in three straight starts, which is something he did only twice in his first nine outings this season. The 23-year-old's 3.92 ERA is just decent, but only four MLB pitchers have recorded more than his 88 punchouts on the campaign.

Greene (1-4) earned the win Friday, tossing six hitless innings during a 9-0 victory over the Cubs. He struck out 11 and walked two.

Coming into the contest, Greene allowed seven home runs and 17 runs over his previous four starts, but he was still striking batters out at a high clip (29 through 22 innings). He maintained that elite strikeout rate versus the Cubs while reducing the hard contact, resulting in the best outing of his season and arguably of his short two-year career. The hard-throwing right-hander has all the makings of an ace, but he hasn't proven it consistently yet. The best stretch of his career thus far came at the end of 2022 when he posted a 0.62 ERA, 0.69 WHIP and 45:7 K:BB over his final five starts (29 innings), which included a two-hit, eight strikeout performance against the Cubs.

Greene (0-4) took the loss Sunday, allowing four runs on four hits and three walks over seven innings in a 4-1 loss to the Yankees. He struck out 10.

Greene is still winless this season despite punching out 10 batters for the third time in nine outings. He was hurt by the home-run ball Sunday, as the Yankees took the lead on Harrison Bader's two-run shot in the fifth inning before Gleyber Torres added a solo homer in the sixth. Through 50 innings this season, Greene has a mediocre 4.68 ERA and 1.50 WHIP despite a solid 69:20 K:BB.

Greene allowed six runs on nine hits and a walk over four innings in Monday's loss to the Rockies. He struck out eight and did not factor in the decision.

Greene stumbled early Monday, coughing up four runs in the second innings. He then allowed a two-run homer to Brenton Doyle in the fourth. Fortunately for Greene, the Reds' offense kept pace for most of the game, so he wasn't charged with the loss. His season ERA rose to 4.60 with a 59:17 K:BB through 43 innings. Greene is projected to face the Yankees at home this weekend.

Greene (0-3) took the loss Wednesday against the Mets, allowing two runs on six hits and four walks while striking out four over 5.1 innings.

Greene opened up the game by striking out the side but would only register one more punch out the rest of the way. He was taken yard by Pete Alonso to kick off the second inning and then gave up another run in the fourth after Luis Guillorme doubled and Brandon Nimmo singled him home. The 23-year-old did allow a season-high four walks and his four strikeouts were his second fewest on the year, but he's given up three runs or fewer in all but one start. Green will carry a 3.69 ERA, 1.49 WHIP and 51:16 K:BB over 39 innings into a road matchup at Coors Field against the Rockies next week.

Greene (0-2) took the loss Friday as the Reds fell 5-4 to the White Sox, giving up five runs on seven hits and a walk over 5.2 innings. He struck out seven.

Homers by Elvis Andrus and Luis Robert accounted for most of the damage off Greene, with the latter long ball helping to chase the right-hander from the game. The 23-year-old continues to look dominant at times -- he produced 19 swinging strikes among his 102 pitches -- but the strikeouts aren't yet leading to consistent results. Greene will take a 3.74 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 47:12 K:BB through 33.2 innings into his next start, which could come at home next week against the Mets.

Greene did not factor in the decision against Oakland on Saturday. He pitched five innings, allowing two unearned runs on five hits and three walks while striking out 10 batters.

Greene was dinged for two runs in the second inning, though both were unearned since the frame began with a Nick Senzel error. Aside from that, the 22-year-old was impressive, recording his second double-digit strikeout effort this season and racking up a whopping 24 swings-and-misses. Greene was prevented from going deeper into the contest because he needed 112 pitches to get through five frames, costing him a chance at his third quality start in his past four outings. Nonetheless, he's looking every bit like one of the best young hurlers in the game this season, registering a 2.89 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 40:11 K:BB across 28 innings.

Greene (0-1) took the loss Sunday, allowing a run on four hits and two walks over six innings against the Pirates. He struck out six.

Greene allowed a run in the bottom of the first before bouncing back with five shutout innings. It was a strong performance from the 23-year-old right-hander, who left his last start after three innings with a right tibia contusion. However, Cincinnati's offense couldn't muster anything offensively, tagging Greene with a hard-luck loss. He lowers his ERA to 3.52 with a 1.39 WHIP and an impressive 30:8 K:BB through his first 23 innings this season.

Greene (tibia) is listed as the Reds' starting pitcher for Sunday's series finale in Pittsburgh, Kevin Gorman of TribLive.com reports.

Greene was diagnosed with a right tibia contusion after his most recent start in Monday's 8-1 win over the Rays ended early when he was struck by a comebacker, but he looks like he'll be ready to go when he he returns to the hill Sunday on five days' rest. Since suffering the tibia contusion, Greene inked a six-year, $53 contract extension that includes a $21 million team option for 2029, potentially locking him into the Cincinnati rotation for the rest of the decade.

Greene and the Reds agreed Tuesday to a six-year, $53 million contract extension with a seventh-year club option, Jeff Passan of ESPN reports.

The new deal kicks in this season and will buy out what would have been Greene's first two years of free agency. The option for 2029 is worth $21 million and carries a $2 million buyout. Greene, 23, is one of the hardest-throwing starting pitchers in baseball history and boasts 188 strikeouts through his first 142.2 major-league innings. Granted, he's also issued 54 walks in that span and holds a career 4.42 ERA. With a little improvement in his overall command and secondary offerings, the right-hander could emerge as a full-on superstar in Cincinnati.

Reds manager David Bell said Tuesday that Greene (leg) will have his next start pushed back a day, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

In fact, all member of the Reds' starting rotation will get an additional day of rest on the next turn through. Levi Stoudt is set to make his MLB debut in a spot start Wednesday versus the Rays and Luke Weaver (forearm) will be activated from the IL to pitch Thursday against the Pirates, allowing for the schedule maneuvering. Greene took a comebacker off his right tibia Monday but X-rays turned up negative for any structural damage.

Greene (tibia contusion) said he hopes to make his next start, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

His right leg tightened up in between innings after he was hit by a comebacker, but X-rays were negative. Greene tossed three scoreless innings with one strikeout against the Rays before his night was cut short. If Greene can stay on turn, he would line up to pitch this weekend in Pittsburgh.

Greene left Saturday's game against the Rays with a right tibia contusion, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. X-rays returned negative.

Greene was hit hard by a comebacker in the second inning against Tampa Bay, and while he was able to continue for one more inning the bruise left him unable to continue. The hard-throwing right-hander should be considered day-to-day, and it's a positive development that there was no structural damage found during the imaging.

Greene left Monday's start against the Rays with an apparent injury, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

Greene was hit in the shin area by a comebacker, and while he initially was able to stay in the contest, he was forced to exit an inning later. Greene will likely undergo imaging to make sure there's no structural damage, and there should be an update on his status before Tuesday's game against Tampa Bay.

Greene allowed three runs on seven hits and no walks over six innings in a no-decision against Atlanta on Wednesday. He struck out 10 batters.

Greene went toe-to-toe with opposing hurler and fellow rising star Spencer Strider on Wednesday, racking up 10 strikeouts and 21 swinging strikes to Strider's nine and 22. Greene was able to go six frames to pick up his first quality start of the season, but he was kept out of the win column as Atlanta pulled out the victory in the ninth inning. This was the 23-year-old's best start of the campaign thus far, as he pitched past the fifth inning for the first time and notched a season-high strikeout total. This was also the first time in 2023 that Greene didn't issue any free passes -- he walked three batters in each of his first two outings.

Greene did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing two runs on five hits and three walks over 4.2 innings in a 5-2 loss to Philadelphia. He struck out five.

Greene surrender the first run of the game in the second inning after walking three consecutive batters but got out of the frame by getting Trea Tuner with the bases loaded. After back-to-back shutout frames, the young right-hander got into trouble again in the fifth and gave up a go-ahead RBI double to Kyle Schwarber. Greene retired the next two batters but was replaced by Alex Young. Through two starts, Greene's pitched just eight innings and given up five earned runs, but he has 13 strikeouts.

Greene and the Reds won't play Thursday after the Phillies postponed their home opener to Friday because of rain, Charlie Goldsmith of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Greene was supposed to make his second start of the season Wednesday versus the Cubs before that game got banged due to inclement weather in Cincinnati. And now the waiting game rolls on for the 23-year-old right-hander as April storms continue to move across parts of the United States. He should get the ball in Friday's makeup game at Citizens Bank Park.

Wednesday's game between the Cubs and Reds has been postponed because of rain, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports. The game has been rescheduled for a split doubleheader on Sept. 1.

There was an 1:43 delay before deciding to postpone the contest. Hunter Greene and Marcus Stroman were scheduled to pitch Wednesday, but they'll now likely be the starters for their clubs next game.

Greene did not factor into the decision Thursday, allowing three runs on five hits and three walks over 3.1 innings against the Pirates. He struck out eight.

The right-hander brought the fireworks to Cincinnati on Opening Day, regularly lighting up the radar gun at 100 mph, including one pitch clocked by Statcast at an absurd 105.2 mph. Oneil Cruz turned on one of those fastballs for a long homer, and per John Fay of The Cincinnati Enquirer, Greene's velocity dipped as he progressed through the outing. With that, manager David Bell decided to lift Greene after only 83 pitches. Greene should be available for a heavier workload next week at home against the Cubs, but it will be an uphill battle for Greene all season.

Greene will start Cincinnati's Opening Day game versus the Pirates on March 30, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Greene will lead Cincinnati's trio of promising young starts - himself, Nick Lodolo and Graham Ashcraft - into what will likely be another tough season for the Reds. The right-hander threw four scoreless innings in Thursday's Spring Training action and has a 5.40 ERA through three spring appearances. He figures to start at least a couple more games between now and Opening Day.

Greene (5-13) allowed two hits and a walk over six shutout frames Monday, striking out eight and earning a win over the Cubs.

Greene fired 65 of 90 pitches for strikes and forced 14 whiffs in the strong outing. The hard-throwing righty finished his 2022 rookie season on an absolute tear; he registered a 1.02 ERA with a 51:7 K:BB over his final six starts dating back to July 26. However, it was a rookie campaign filled with ups and downs as he recorded a 4.44 ERA through 125.2 total innings.

Greene allowed an unearned run on four hits, three walks and two hit batsmen while striking out 10 in six innings in a 4-1 loss Tuesday in Pittsburgh. He did not factor into the decision.

Despite allowing nine baserunners, Greene managed to limit the Pirates to one unearned run. In the fifth, he loaded the bases with no outs but got out of the inning unscathed. It was his second double-digit strikeout performance of the season with both coming in his last three starts. Since returning from a shoulder injury Sept. 17, he's posted a 1.06 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 29:6 K:BB in 17 innings. His final start of the season will likely be early next week against the Cubs.

Greene (4-13) took the loss Thursday, allowing two runs on two hits and three walks over five innings against Milwaukee. He struck out eight.

Greene looked solid in his second start since returning from his shoulder injury outside of the two-run shot he surrendered to Kolten Wong in the second inning. After walking Andrew McCutchen in the very next at-bat, Greene struck out the side, all swinging, to end the second. He produced 21 swinging strikes and has now recorded 19 strikeouts to just three walks over 11 innings since returning from the injured list.

Greene allowed four hits and struck out 11 over six scoreless innings in a no-decision versus the Cardinals in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader.

Greene went step-for-step with Jose Quintana over the first six frames of this game. Greene missed over six weeks with a shoulder injury. He threw 58 of 81 pitches for strikes in his return and looks to be in dominant form once again. He has a 4.97 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 138:41 K:BB through 108.2 innings across 21 starts this year. The rookie right-hander will likely get two or three more starts this year, with his next projected to come against Milwaukee next week.

Greene (shoulder) was reinstated from the 15-day injured list Saturday.

Greene landed on the injured list in early August but will return to action as the starter during the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Cardinals. The right-hander posted a 2.57 ERA and 1.14 WHIP in seven innings over three rehab starts but could be on a pitch count Saturday since he tossed just 66 pitches Sunday.

Greene (shoulder) will be reinstated from the 15-day injured list to start one of the two games during Saturday's doubleheader against the Cardinals, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Greene made three rehab starts in September and posted a 2.57 ERA, 15:2 K:BB and 1.14 WHIP in seven innings. He built up to 66 pitches over three innings during his most recent outing and will likely be on some sort of pitch count during Saturday's start against St. Louis. The Reds haven't yet announced which game of the doubleheader the right-hander will start, but his activation is imminent.

Greene (shoulder) said Monday that he expects to return from the 15-day injured list this weekend to make a start during the Reds' series in St. Louis, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Greene looks like he's ready to rejoin the Reds after he made his third rehab start at Triple-A Louisville on Sunday. He was lifted after just three innings, but he built up to 66 pitches and struck out five while allowing one earned run on four hits and one walk. The Reds likely won't push Greene far beyond the 75-to-85-pitch range when he presumably rejoins the big-league rotation this weekend, but he shouldn't face many restrictions in his subsequent starts.

Greene (shoulder) will continue his rehab assignment Sunday with Triple-A Louisville, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Greene has covered two frames in each of his first two rehab starts with Louisville, and he'll take the mound again for the Bats this weekend. The 23-year-old is expected to rejoin Cincinnati's starting rotation late next week following Sunday's outing.

Greene (shoulder) will make his next rehab start Tuesday with Triple-A Louisville, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

The 23-year-old recovered well after tossing two scoreless frames in his first rehab outing Thursday, and he'll remain on a five-day schedule for his next start with Louisville. According to Mark Sheldon of MLB.com, Greene threw 27 pitches in Thursday's game plus eight more pitches in the bullpen, and he should continue building up his workload Tuesday.

Greene (shoulder) is expected to begin a rehab assignment Thursday with Triple-A Louisville, Byron Kerr of MLB.com reports.

Greene's strained right shoulder responded well to facing hitters in live batting practice Saturday, so the rookie looks like he'll be ready to move on to the final phase of his recovery program. He's expected to make two rehab appearances in the minors, as Reds manager David Bell said Sunday that if all goes well, Greene will likely return from the 15-day injured list to rejoin the big-league rotation Sept. 11 in Milwaukee or Sept. 12 at home versus the Pirates.

Greene (shoulder) is expected to throw another bullpen session Wednesday before facing hitters in live batting practice Saturday, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Greene checked out fine after a 25-pitch side session Sunday, his first mound work since he landed on the 15-day injured list Aug. 5. Manager David Bell has said that Greene will require between one and three rehab starts in the minors prior to being activated from the IL, so he's most likely trending toward a mid-to-late September return. The shoulder injury came at an inconvenient time for Greene, who had been magnificent over his most recent four starts with the Reds (2.70 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, 29:8 K:BB in 23.1 innings).

Greene (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session Sunday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Greene played catch over the weekend, and he is now set to advance to the next step in his recovery. It's not clear when Greene will be ready to head out on a rehab assignment, but manager David Bell said Greene will get 1-to-3 starts in the minors before rejoining the big club.

Greene (shoulder) played catch in the outfield ahead of Saturday's game against the Cubs, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Greene landed on the injured list last week due to a right shoulder strain and doesn't yet have a timetable to return, but he isn't expected to require surgery after he underwent several tests. The right-hander will need to ramp up his throwing intensity before he's in the mix to rejoin the Reds' rotation.

Greene will undergo additional tests on his left shoulder, but he is not expected to require surgery, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

While the full extent of the issue remains unclear even after one MRI, the belief is that the shoulder is structurally sound. There is no timetable for his return, and the Reds have every incentive to be cautious with the 23-year-old, but it sounds like a return for Greene this season is still on the table.

Greene, who is on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain, will have tests done in Cincinnati and is without a timetable to return, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

According to manager David Bell, this is something Greene has felt from time to time this season and he felt it more in his most recent start. The team thought he would be able to pitch through it until Friday's bullpen session, when he felt it a bit more than normal. Greene says it's just arm fatigue and he wants to be cautious with it, although he acknowledged he is unsure when he will be able to return to action. The 23-year-old righty is up to 102.2 innings on the year after throwing 106.1 innings in 2021.

Greene was placed on the 15-day injured list Friday with a right shoulder strain, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

This is potentially pretty serious, especially considering Greene's youth and prior injury history. With just two months left in the regular season, it's possible this is even a season ender, although we don't have a timetable yet. Greene had been pretty dialed in of late, logging a 2.70 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 29 strikeouts in 23.1 innings over his last 11 starts.

Greene (4-12) earned the win over Miami on Monday, allowing one hit and no walks while striking out eight batters over six scoreless innings.

Greene has shown flashes of brilliance at times this season, and his talent was on full display in his dominance of the Marlins on Monday. The rookie allowed only one hit -- a third-inning single -- though he also plunked two batters. Despite his 5.26 ERA on the campaign, Greene has shown that he can have this type of performance on other occasions; in fact, this was his third start of at least six innings and one hit or fewer this season. Greene's win total and ratios haven't been great in his first major-league season, but he ranks 10th in the league with 127 strikeouts over 102.2 innings.

Greene (3-12) took the loss Tuesday, giving up two runs on nine hits and a walk over 6.1 innings as the Reds fell 2-1 to the Marlins. He struck out six.

The rookie right-hander turned in one of his better efforts of the season when it came to his control, firing 72 of 105 pitches for strikes, but aside from a Mike Moustakas solo shot Greene got no help from the Cincinnati offense. The quality start was his fifth of the season in 19 trips to the mound, and the 22-year-old will take an erratic 5.59 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and 119:41 K:BB through 96.2 innings into his next outing.

Greene (3-11) took the loss during Friday's 7-3 defeat at the hands of the Cardinals, allowing four runs on five hits and three walks with six strikeouts in five innings.

St. Louis jumped on Greene early with two runs on four baserunners in the first inning, and Greene surrendered additional runs in the second and fourth on limited baserunners. He departed at the conclusion of the fifth with the game at 4-3 but Cincinnati was unable to rally as the 22-year-old is one of three pitchers with double digit losses in the season's first half. The electric rookie concludes the first half with a 5.78 ERA and 1.35 WHIP with 113 strikeouts in 18 starts.

Greene did not factor in the decision against Tampa Bay on Saturday, pitching six innings and allowing one run on three hits and four walks while striking out nine.

Greene hurled 114 pitches in the outing, four short of the career-high 118 he tossed May 15 against Pittsburgh. The rookie was throwing heat Saturday -- per MLB Pipeline, 38 of his offerings clocked in at 100 mph or above, the second most of any pitcher in the Statcast era. Unfortunately for Greene, the Reds offense couldn't get much going against Tampa Bay until late in the game, and he had to settle for a no-decision. Greene has had his ups and downs in his first big-league campaign, but he has certainly flashed big potential, especially in terms of his ability to miss bats. He's tied for 10th in the majors with 107 strikeouts overall and ranks fourth among qualified starters with an 11.3 K/9.

Greene (3-10) took the loss Monday as the Reds fell 7-4 to the Mets, coughing up six runs on seven hits and a walk over 5.1 innings. He struck out five.

The rookie flamethrower has been finding the plate more often lately, but his command lags behind his control and he got taken deep by Brandon Nimmo and Francisco Lindor -- the third time in his last four starts Greene has served up multiple homers. The 22-year-old hasn't walked more than two batters in any of his last seven outings, posting an impressive 42:9 K:BB through 35 innings over that stretch, but that comes with a 6.17 ERA and 1.8 HR/9.

Greene (3-9) took the look against the Cubs on Wednesday, allowing three runs on two hits and two walks while striking out five over four innings.

Greene's moments of wildness cost him in the contest -- the first runner who scored against him got aboard on a hit-by-pitch, and both Cubs who crossed the plate in his fourth and final inning reached on a walk. There were also positive takeaways from the rookie's outing -- he racked up 13 swinging strikes among 80 pitches and averaged at least one strikeout per inning for the 11th time in his past 12 starts -- but those weren't enough to prevent him from taking his team-worst ninth loss. Greene has had his share of rookie bumps and bruises this season as evidenced by his won-loss record and 5.72 ERA, but there have also been encouraging signs such as his 11.3 K/9, which ranks fifth-best among qualified major-league starters.

Greene (3-8) allowed six earned runs on nine hits and two walks while striking out three across five innings to take the loss Thursday against the Dodgers.

Greene served up three long balls, which accounted for five of his earned runs. He also struggled to miss bats, inducing just eight swinging strikes across 98 total pitches. It's understandable that Greene struggled against one of the better lineups in the league, but he remains very inconsistent. Across his last six starts, he's allowed four or more earned runs four times but allowed only one run across 12 innings combined between the other two outings. Greene has a 5.66 ERA and 88:30 K:BB across 70 frames on the season.

Greene allowed four runs on four hits and two walks over five innings during Friday's loss to the Brewers. He struck out six and did not factor in the decision.

All of the damage against Greene came via the long ball; Hunter Renfroe launched a three-run shot in the fourth inning followed by Willy Adames' solo blast in the fifth. Greene had allowed just five runs and no homers over his previous three starts. The flamethrowing rookie now owns a 5.26 ERA with an 85:28 K:BB through 65 frames. Greene is expected to face the Dodgers at home next week.

Greene didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 5-4 loss to the Cardinals, allowing one run on two hits and two walks over five-plus innings. He struck out seven.

The rookie seemed headed for his fourth quality start of the season after tossing five scoreless innings, but Greene ran into a bit of trouble in the sixth and got the hook after 101 pitches (65 strikes). The Reds' bullpen then imploded in the late innings to cost him his fourth win. Greene continues to put a shaky start to the season behind him, and over his last six outings he sports a 3.18 ERA, 0.91 WHIP and 44:11 K:BB through 34 innings.

Greene (3-7) allowed one hit over seven shutout innings Monday, striking out eight and earning a win over the Diamondbacks.

Greene needed just 87 pitches to cruise through Monday's victory and he never allowed a runner past first base. After Daulton Varsho's leadoff single, the 22-year-old flamethrower retired 20 straight batters. While he's struggled with his command at times this season, Greene has posted a 16:0 K:BB over his last two starts, improving his season mark to 72:24 through 55 frames. He'll carry a 5.40 ERA into his projected start in St. Louis this weekend.

Greene (2-7) took the loss Wednesday, allowing four runs on six hits and zero walks over 3.2 innings against Boston. He struck out eight.

After striking out seven and allowing just one baserunner through the first three innings, the rookie got into trouble in the fourth after the first four batters of the inning reached safely. Eventually, all four of those baserunners would come around to score, setting Greene up for his seventh loss of the season. Across 10 starts and 48 innings, the right-hander has 64 strikeouts, but he's allowed 15 home runs and sports a 6.19 ERA.

Greene (2-6) earned the win Thursday, allowing five runs on seven hits and two walks over five innings against the Cubs. He struck out six.

Greene gave up a two-run double to Frank Schwindel in the top of the first and a solo home run to Nico Hoerner in the second. However, he was able to settle down and tossed two scoreless innings before giving up back-to-back homers to Willson Contreras and Ian Happ to leadoff the fifth. Regardless, the right-hander was still able to get through the fifth and earned the win thanks to an eight-run outburst from the Reds in the third. The rookie has registered at least six strikeouts in eight of his first nine career starts.

Greene did not factor into the decision in Saturday's loss to the Blue Jays. He allowed one run on four hits and two walks while striking out six over six innings.

There were no signs of fatigue after Greene threw a career-high 118 pitches in his previous outing -- a 7.1-inning no-hit loss to Pittsburgh -- as the right-hander was hitting triple digits and shut down Toronto's high-powered offense. He got himself out of a jam in the sixth inning after a Mike Moustakas error extended the frame. Greene sits at 1-6 and will be battling uphill all season long on this team, but the growth he's shown lately is highly encouraging.

Greene (1-6) allowed a run on no hits and five walks while striking out nine to take the loss Sunday against the Pirates.

Greene and Art Warren combined to throw a no-hitter during Sunday's matchup, but the pair walked the bases loaded in the bottom of the eighth inning before Pittsburgh scored on a groundout. As a result, the Reds became the sixth team in MLB history to lose while throwing a no-hitter. However, it was encouraging to see Greene bounce back after he had posted a 10.22 ERA and 2.27 WHIP in 12.1 innings over his last three starts. The righty will attempt to remain effective in his next start, when he tentatively lines up to face Toronto on the road.

Greene (1-5) took the loss Tuesday as the Reds fell 5-4 to the Brewers, giving up two runs on four hits and four walks over 5.1 innings. He struck out six.

While the rookie right-hander once again displayed shaky command and control, walking at least four batters for the third time in his last four starts and serving up his 11th homer in 26 innings, Greene was at least able to limit the damage in this one. His 27.6 percent strikeout rate remains enticing, but until the rest of the 22-year-old's skills catch up to his 98.4 mph fastball, he'll be a very risky fantasy option. Greene will carry a 7.62 ERA and 1.81 WHIP into his next start.

Greene (1-4) took the loss after allowing eight runs on nine hits and one walk across 2.2 innings during Thursday's 10-5 loss to the Brewers. He struck out seven.

Greene allowed five home runs, including back-to-back to start the game, but he did strike out seven of the eight batters he faced. This is beginning to be a trend for the 22-year-old out right-hander, who has allowed 10 home runs through his first five major league starts. Greene's upside is evident in his strikeout numbers (29 through 20.2 innings), but the youngster will have to find a way to keep the ball from flying over the fence.

Greene (1-3) allowed four runs on six hits -- including two home runs -- over 4.1 innings in Friday's loss to the Rockies. He struck out six and walked four.

The final line wasn't all that bad for a Coors Field start, but Greene's velocity remained well down from his first few outings, even with two days of extra rest. Per Bobby Nightengale of the Cincinnati Enquirer, Greene averaged 96.7 mph on his fastball Friday. "Trying to keep that in perspective in the days that I do have 100-plus in the tank. Those are the days that are fun," Greene told the Enquirer. "The days like [Friday], you go out there and try to keep hitters off balance and you just try to put your team in a good position to win." The Reds were adamant after his last start that there was no injury concern with Greene.

Greene won't make his scheduled turn through the rotation Thursday against the Padres, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

The Reds have a scheduled off day Monday, so Tyler Mahle will be bumped up a day in the rotation to start Thursday. Greene's fastball was down 4-5 mph during his last start Friday, but there's no injury concern despite being bumped back in the rotation. The rookie right-hander has a 5.27 ERA, 1.39 WHIP and 16:6 K:BB over 13.2 innings through three starts and could still start Friday against the Rockies.

Green (1-2) was charged with the loss Friday versus the Cardinals after giving up three runs on four hits with four walks and three strikeouts over 3.1 innings.

The 22-year-old wasn't his usual self as his fastball sat around 95 mph rather than the usual triple digits, but it was apparently just an off night and there's no concern for injury, per Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer. The rookie flamethrower threw only 36 of his 66 pitches for strikes and generated just three swinging strikes. The Cardinals didn't muster any extra-base hits off him, but four walks, four singles and a hit batter provided plenty of scoring opportunities. Greene lines up for a tough matchup with the Padres next week and will look to get back on track after two straight losses.

Greene (1-1) took the loss Saturday's 5-2 defeat at the hands of the Dodgers, allowing three runs (two earned) on five hits with six strikeouts in 5.2 innings.

Greene went toe-to-toe with Julio Urias and the Dodgers through five innings but faltered in the sixth when he surrendered a two-run shot to Trea Turner. The electric 22-year-old has displayed significant upside with a combined 13 strikeouts in 10.2 innings pitched as he regularly tops 100 MPH on the radar gun. Greene is currently slated to pitch next against the Cardinals on Friday.

Greene (1-0) picked up the win in Atlanta on Sunday in his big-league debut, allowing three runs on four hits and two walks while striking out seven over five innings.

The moment was not too big for the 22-year-old. He lit up the radar gun, as advertised, routinely touching triple digits with his fastball, and Greene also had solid command of his slider and changeup. He induced 14 swinging strikes on 92 pitches, working around a couple homers to beat the defending World Series champs. Greene famously was on the cover of Sports Illustrated at age 17 before he was drafted second overall by the Reds, and it's easy to dream on the upside with his stuff. The right-hander will face another tough test in the Dodgers next week in Los Angeles.

Manager David Bell said Wednesday that Greene will start the Reds' fourth game of the season April 10 in Atlanta, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Though Greene and fellow young pitchers Nick Lodolo, Reiver Sanmartin and Vladimir Gutierrez were expected to battle for two available rotation spots entering spring training, the Reds will likely have room for all four since Luis Castillo (shoulder) and Mike Minor (shoulder) are set to begin the season on the injured list. Because the Reds have an off day April 11, there was some risk of Greene heading to the minors until a fifth starter was first needed in the second week of the season, but Lodolo looks to be the pitcher that will temporarily find himself as the odd man out. The 22-year-old Greene didn't seem to be hampered by losing two consecutive seasons of development time to Tommy John surgery and the COVID-19 pandemic, as he turned in a 3.30 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 139:39 K:BB across 106.1 innings between Triple-A Louisville and Double-A Chattanooga in 2021. Greene's workload will likely be monitored carefully throughout his rookie season, but his triple-digit fastball and hard slider should allow him to d

Greene's chances of making the Opening Day roster increased on Tuesday with the Reds' various roster moves, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports. "They definitely both feel like they belong. They're making a great impression. They're pitching like they belong and they do. It's just about making sure it's the right time," manager David Bell said about Greene and Nick Lodolo.

The Reds sent down Ben Lively, Graham Ashcraft and Kyle Zimmer, while informing Tony Santillan that he'd be pitching out of the bullpen. Greene has had a strong spring, and barring a late addition to the rotation mix, he's now a favorite to make the team.

Greene has worked hard to improve his changeup, enough to the point where he's willing to throw it on a first pitch to a batter in a plate appearance, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Greene still has a chance to make the Reds' rotation out of spring training, instead of beginning the season at Triple-A Louisville as initially anticipated. He and Nick Lodolo both could make it, now that Luis Castillo and Mike Minor will not be ready to start the season.

Greene struck out two of the four batters he faced Monday in his spring training debut against the Cubs, hitting 100-mph or higher on seven of his 17 pitches, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

The only reason Greene faced more than the minimum three batters was due to a dropped pop-up. He also had his slider working, getting one of his two K's with that pitch. While Greene might begin the year at Triple-A Louisville, it's likely he'll get more than a token look in the big leagues this season.

Greene had his contract selected by the Reds on Friday.

Greene is expected to compete for a spot in the major-league rotation in spring training, and his addition to the 40-man roster protects him from being selected during the upcoming Rule 5 draft. The 22-year-old righty, who is Cincinnati's top prospect, opened the 2021 season at Double-A Chattanooga and posted a 1.98 ERA in 41 innings (seven starts), and he had a 4.13 ERA over 65.1 innings after being promoted to Triple-A Louisville. Even if he misses out on the Opening Day roster, Greene has a strong chance of making his big-league debut in 2022.

Greene will compete for a spot in the Reds' 2022 rotation, according to general manager Nick Krall, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

The Reds' top pitching prospect did what he could in 2021 to prove his readiness for the majors, logging a 1.98 ERA in seven starts at Double-A and a 4.13 ERA as a 22-year-old at Triple-A. Throwing enough strikes will be the key for Greene to break through with the big-league club early next season.

Greene has reached his innings limit and will not pitch again this season, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

The decision ends any hope of Greene making his big-league debut this season, though that was always a longshot at best. The 22-year-old will end the year having produced a 3.30 ERA and 1.18 WHIP across 21 starts at the two highest levels of the minors, striking out 31.7 percent of opposing batters while walking 8.9 percent. It was a very encouraging season for the 2017 second-overall pick, who missed two straight seasons due to Tommy John and the coronavirus pandemic. He set himself up well to push for his major-league debut next season.

Greene (shoulder) started for Triple-A Louisville on Tuesday during the third inning, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

The 22-year-old was scratched from his start last week due to irritation in the AC joint of his right shoulder, but he was able to retake the mound a week later. However, Greene was ejected during the third frame after throwing a fastball behind Johan Camargo, who hit a homer off him earlier in the contest. Overall the right-hander surrendered four runs on four hits with four strikeouts and a walk across 2.2 innings.

Greene was scratched from his scheduled start at Triple-A Louisville on Wednesday due to irritation in his right AC joint, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Although Greene will be unable to take the mound Wednesday, he's still expected to be ready to make his next turn through the rotation. The right-hander has made nine starts since he was promoted to Triple-A Louisville in mid-June, and he's recorded a 3.63 ERA and 1.22 WHIP in 44.2 innings.

Greene has struggled since his promotion to Triple-A Louisville, putting up a 5.24 ERA and 1.5 WHIP across five starts.

The strikeouts have still been there -- 25 of 'em in 22.2 innings -- but he's also walked a dozen and served up five homers (four of which came in his Triple-A debut). Since being bumped up a level, Greene has been able to duplicate neither the length nor the dominance that we saw from him in Double-A, and things seem to be getting worse, as he's posted a 4:6 K:BB in his last two starts. Of course, considering that he throws an easy 100 mph and has touched 105, there's still a lot of shine on Greene as a prospect. If he can clean things up a little, the second-place Reds could bring him up to provide some much-needed bullpen help as they try to catch up with the Brewers in the NL Central race.

The Reds promoted Greene from Double-A Chattanooga to Triple-A Louisville on Sunday, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

The No. 1 overall pick in the 2017 first-year player draft has been magnificent in his return to action in 2021 after having his last two seasons of minor-league ball wiped out by Tommy John surgery and the coronavirus pandemic. Through his seven outings at Chattanooga, Greene posted a 1.98 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 60:14 K:BB in 41 innings, which was enough to convince the Reds he was ready for a stiffer test. The Reds will likely remain cognizant of managing Greene's innings carefully the rest of the way, but if the big club remains in playoff contention in the second half and if the 21-year-old continues to perform at a high level at Triple-A, he could be in the mix for a late-season promotion to Cincinnati.

Greene won a pitcher's duel for Double-A Chattanooga with Pensacola's Max Meyer on Friday night, throwing six shutout innings while striking out nine, Nick Trujillo of MLB.com reports.

Greene remains on fire for Chattanooga. He has at least seven strikeouts in every start and hasn't allowed more than three runs in any given start. He walked four batters Friday night, which is about the only blemish on his record this year, but even then his 3.07 BB/9 are accompanied by an elevated strikeout rate.

Greene was named the Double-A South Player of the Week after he posted a 1.64 ERA, 0.69 WHIP and 17 strikeouts in 11 innings over his last two starts with Chattanooga.

Despite sitting out the entire 2019 season following Tommy John surgery and then not pitching in 2020 due to the cancellation of the minor-league season, Greene hasn't missed a beat in his return to competitive action. Through his first three outings at Chattanooga, Greene has used his blazing triple-digit fastball to rack up 25 strikeouts while holding hitters to a .143 average over 16 innings. The 21-year-old right-hander looks to be neck and neck with Double-A rotation mate Nick Lodolo as the best pitching prospect in Cincinnati's organization.

Greene won his first start in a real game in 1,014 days on Wednesday, allowing one run over five innings at Double-A Chattanooga. He struck out eight while giving up three hits and no walks. Thirty seven of his 43 fastballs were clocked at 100 mph or higher, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.

It wasn't just that the velocity was there, though that was pretty impressive in its own right. But his placement of the fastball was better, and he got three strikeouts looking on his slider. The latter aspect of his start is critical - for his fastball to be effective, he needs to make his slider a credible threat to opposing hitters.

Greene's first three pitches in Tuesday's spring training game against the Angels hit 101, 102 and 103 mph respectively, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. It was Greene's first game action since 2018. "His fastball is elite," catcher Tucker Barnhart underscored. "If you look in the baseball dictionary, and 'easy cheese' was in there, it would be like a picture or video of him. It's incredible how hard he throws."

While the 'easy velocity' was impressive, Greene struggled to get outs, albeit against major league hitters. He allowed three earned runs on three hits and a walk, striking out one.

Greene is scheduled to start Tuesday's Cactus League game against the Angels, Bobby Nightengale of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

Both of Cincinnati's top pitching prospects are slated to make their spring debuts in this one, as Nick Lodolo is expected to come in sometime after Greene exits. Greene's fastball velocity is reportedly all the way back to pre-surgery levels, so developing his offspeed pitches and his command will be the top areas of focus this year for the young fireballer.

Greene (elbow) was able to regain his 100 mph fastball velocity while throwing at the Reds' alternate training site, Bobby Nightengale Jr. of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

This is a big year for Greene, who hasn't pitched in game action since 2018. He still needs to improve his offspeed offerings and his command, let alone make it through a full season healthy.