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Reds’ Hunter Greene to miss 2026 after second surgery

8/14/2026

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Cincinnati Reds announced pitcher Hunter Greene will miss the 2026 season after a second Tommy John surgery on Aug. 12.
Doctors expect a 12-to-18-month rehab, so Greene likely returns in Spring Training 2028.
His $53 million, six-year deal pays $15 million in 2027 and includes a $21 million 2029 option with a $2 million buyout.
Manager Terry Francona said losing Greene hurts the Reds’ plans and forces the club to rely on other starters.

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Historical Context

Dr. Frank Jobe performed the first ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction on Dodgers pitcher Tommy John in 1974, showing the injury could be cured. By 2014 roughly one-third of MLB pitchers had the surgery, altering contracts and roster strategy. Now Reds starter Hunter Greene faces a second Tommy John operation, sidelining his $53 million, six-year deal through 2026 and prompting manager Terry Francona to reshuffle the rotation.

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Story summary

Cincinnati Reds announced pitcher Hunter Greene will miss the 2026 season after a second Tommy John surgery on Aug. 12.
Doctors expect a 12-to-18-month rehab, so Greene likely returns in Spring Training 2028.
His $53 million, six-year deal pays $15 million in 2027 and includes a $21 million 2029 option with a $2 million buyout.
Manager Terry Francona said losing Greene hurts the Reds’ plans and forces the club to rely on other starters.

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