Greene (elbow) will miss all of 2027 after surgery

Key Points:

• Cincinnati Reds pitcher Sonny Greene is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 season due to an upcoming procedure, with specifics on recovery time still unknown until the surgery begins.
• Greene has struggled since returning from elbow surgery, posting a 6.83 ERA and 1.37 WHIP over 27 2/3 innings, raising concerns about his performance and injury risk.
• Despite being under contract through 2029 with significant salary commitments, the Reds are reportedly open to trade offers for Greene, with a 50-50 chance of him being moved.
• Greene’s velocity has notably declined, dropping from highs near 99 mph to around 97 mph, contributing to his struggles on the mound and increased concern about his health.
• Recent outings have been mixed, with some strong performances including a seven-inning scoreless start, but overall inconsistency and injury issues have overshadowed his season.