History of Hunter Greene (baseball) in Timeline

Hunter Greene is a professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Cincinnati Reds in MLB. He was drafted second overall by the Reds in the 2017 MLB Draft. Known for his high-velocity fastball, Greene is considered a promising young talent in the league.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education

August 6, 1999: Hunter Greene's Birth

On August 6, 1999, Christian Hunter Greene was born. He would later become a professional baseball pitcher.

2007: Joined MLB Urban Youth Academy

In 2007, at the age of seven, Hunter Greene joined the Major League Baseball Urban Youth Academy in Compton, California.

2009: Bryce Harper on SI Cover

In April 2017, Hunter Greene appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated, becoming the first high school baseball player since Bryce Harper in 2009 to do so.

2011: Cole signs with Pirates

Hunter Greene's $7.23 million signing bonus in 2017 was the highest of any player since Gerrit Cole signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2011 for $8 million.

2012: Draft Slot Overhaul

Hunter Greene's $7.23 million signing bonus in 2017 was the highest of any player since the draft slot system was overhauled in 2012.

2014: 2014 15U Baseball World Cup

In 2014, Hunter Greene represented the United States at the 15U Baseball World Cup in Mexico, winning a silver medal.

2015: 2015 U-18 Baseball World Cup Gold Medal

In 2015, Hunter Greene represented the United States at the U-18 Baseball World Cup in Japan, winning the gold medal.

2016: Appeared in Junior Home Run Derby

In 2016, Hunter Greene appeared in several youth showcase events hosted by MLB, including the Junior Home Run Derby at the MLB All-Star Game at Petco Park.

April 2017: Sports Illustrated Cover

In April 2017, Hunter Greene appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated, becoming the first high school baseball player since Bryce Harper in 2009 to do so.

2017: Greene graduates high school

In 2017, Hunter Greene graduated from Notre Dame High School with a fastball velocity up to 102 mph (164 km/h).

2017: Signed with the Cincinnati Reds

In 2017, Hunter Greene signed a professional contract with the Cincinnati Reds with a $7.23 million signing bonus. He was then assigned to the Billings Mustangs.

2018: End of Season Due to Injury

Hunter Greene's 2018 season ended in August when he sprained the ulnar collateral ligament of his right elbow.

2018: Ulnar collateral ligament injury

Partway through the 2018 season, Hunter Greene suffered an ulnar collateral ligament injury.

March 2019: Tommy John Surgery

In March 2019, Hunter Greene underwent Tommy John surgery to repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow after suffering a setback.

2020: Minor League Season Cancelled

In 2020, Hunter Greene, like other MLB prospects, did not pitch as the COVID-19 pandemic forced the cancellation of the Minor League Baseball season.

June 5, 2021: Previous Record Set by deGrom

On June 5, 2021, Jacob deGrom of the New York Mets threw 33 pitches at that velocity, the previous record.

2021: Return to Professional Baseball

In 2021, Hunter Greene returned to professional baseball, being assigned to the Double-A Chattanooga Lookouts, and later promoted to the Triple-A Louisville Bats.

2021: Return to baseball after COVID-19 and surgery

In 2021, after recovering from Tommy John surgery and the COVID-19 pandemic, Hunter Greene returned to baseball and quickly advanced through the minor leagues.

2022: Made Reds' Opening Day roster

In 2022, Hunter Greene made the Cincinnati Reds' Opening Day roster.

2022: MLB Debut and Record

In 2022, Hunter Greene made the Reds' Opening Day roster and his major league debut on April 10. On April 17, he set an MLB record by throwing 39 pitches at 100 mph or higher. He was later placed on the injured list with a right shoulder strain.