Reds Getting Significant Interest In Hunter Greene
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- The Cincinnati Reds have informed teams that right-hander Hunter Greene is no longer available for trade, likely closing the door on any deal before the deadline.
- Earlier reports indicated strong interest in Greene due to his dominant pitching when healthy and club-friendly contract, with some suggesting a trade was possible, unlike shortstop Elly De La Cruz who is off-limits.
- Greene, a former No. 2 overall pick, has shown high strikeout rates and improved performance in 2024 and 2025 but has struggled with injuries and inconsistent recent outings, including a 7.06 ERA in four starts this season.
- Despite health concerns and limited innings, Greene’s affordable contract through 2029 makes him a valuable asset, with multiple contending teams potentially interested if he were available.
- The Reds have a modest payroll and are not near luxury tax limits, suggesting they may prefer to keep Greene as a cornerstone of their rotation rather than trading him.
