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Reds' Hunter Greene Faces MRI Amid Elbow Concerns

3/5/2026

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Summary

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Cincinnati Reds pitcher Hunter Greene is undergoing an MRI on his right elbow due to stiffness that has persisted since late last season.
Reds manager Terry Francona said Greene is not recovering comfortably.
The Reds are monitoring his status closely.
Depth options like Andrew Abbott and Nick Lodolo are ready to step in.
Greene confirmed there is no UCL damage, but his injury history raises durability concerns.

History

Historical Context

In 1974, orthopedic surgeon Frank Jobe performed the first ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction, known as Tommy John surgery, on pitcher Tommy John. This groundbreaking procedure has since been performed over 25,000 times, significantly extending the careers of many players. Today, teams like the Cincinnati Reds, under manager Terry Francona, actively monitor pitcher injuries, reflecting ongoing challenges in baseball injury management.

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Story summary

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Hunter Greene is undergoing an MRI on his right elbow due to stiffness that has persisted since late last season.
Reds manager Terry Francona said Greene is not recovering comfortably.
The Reds are monitoring his status closely.
Depth options like Andrew Abbott and Nick Lodolo are ready to step in.
Greene confirmed there is no UCL damage, but his injury history raises durability concerns.

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