History of Riley Greene in Timeline

Riley Greene is a professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the Detroit Tigers in MLB. Drafted fifth overall in 2019, he debuted in 2022. Greene has been recognized as an All-Star in both 2024 and 2025, marking him as a significant player for the Tigers.

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1978: Lou Whitaker's walk-off home run

In 1978, Lou Whitaker hit a walk-off home run. Riley Greene became the first Tiger to accomplish this feat since Whitaker.

1990: Cecil Fielder's Strikeout Record

In 1990, Cecil Fielder set a team high with 182 strikeouts. Riley Greene surpassed this record with 201 strikeouts in 2025.

September 28, 2000: Riley Greene Born

On September 28, 2000, Riley Alan Greene was born. He later became a professional baseball outfielder.

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2013: Miguel Cabrera's Season

In 2013, Miguel Cabrera had a great season. Riley Greene became the first Tiger player to reach 35 home runs and 110 RBI since Miguel Cabrera.

2015: Start of the Statcast Era

The Statcast era began in 2015. Riley Greene's home run on August 26, 2025 became the longest home run by a Tiger in the Statcast era.

June 24, 2019: Professional Debut

On June 24, 2019, Riley Greene made his professional debut for the rookie-level Gulf Coast League Tigers.

2019: Drafted by Detroit Tigers

In 2019, Riley Greene was drafted by the Detroit Tigers as the fifth overall pick in the Major League Baseball draft.

2020: Minor League Season Cancellation

In 2020, Riley Greene did not play in any games because the minor league season was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

June 18, 2022: MLB Debut

On June 18, 2022, Riley Greene made his Major League Baseball debut after the Tigers purchased his contract. He recorded a single in his first at-bat.

July 2, 2022: First MLB Home Run

On July 2, 2022, Riley Greene hit his first career MLB home run, a walk-off against Joel Payamps of the Kansas City Royals.

September 2, 2023: Placed on Injured List

On September 2, 2023, Riley Greene was placed on the injured list with right elbow inflammation.

July 7, 2024: All-Star Game Selection

On July 7, 2024, Riley Greene was selected to represent the Tigers in the 2024 All-Star Game, alongside teammate Tarik Skubal.

2024: Greene's 2024 Season Home Run Total

By the All-Star break of 2025, Greene was hitting .284 with 24 home runs, equaling his 2024 season total.

2024: Expected Recovery from Tommy John Surgery

In 2024, it was expected that Riley Greene would recover from Tommy John surgery, which was done to repair his non-throwing elbow, in time for the start of the season.

May 2, 2025: Two Home Runs in the 9th Inning

On May 2, 2025, Riley Greene became the first player in MLB history to hit two home runs in the 9th inning of a game.

August 26, 2025: Longest Home Run of Statcast Era

On August 26, 2025, Riley Greene hit a grand slam home run at Sutter Health Park, traveling an estimated 471 feet. It was the longest home run by a Tiger in the Statcast era (since 2015) and the fourth longest homer in the majors to date in 2025.

2025: Career Highs and Strikeout Record

During the 2025 regular season, Riley Greene achieved career highs in home runs (36) and RBI (111), becoming the first Tiger player to reach 35 home runs and 110 RBI since Miguel Cabrera in 2013. However, he also struck out 201 times, surpassing the team high of 182 set by Cecil Fielder in 1990.