Hunter Greene Out for Season Following UCL Tear

Hunter Greene has been diagnosed with a partial UCL tear in his right elbow and is scheduled for surgery next week. Reds president of baseball operations Nick Krall confirmed the diagnosis, effectively ending Greene's 2026 season. The team will utilize bullpen games to cover his rotation spot for the remainder of the year, marking a significant blow to the Cincinnati pitching staff as they begin planning for the 2027 season. The injury continues a difficult stretch for the Reds ace.