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 made his major league debut in 2022. Greene's performance earned him an All-Star selection in 2024, marking a significant achievement in his young career.

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1978: Last Tigers Player with Walk-Off Home Run

In 1978, Lou Whitaker was the last Tigers player to hit a walk-off home run, before Riley Greene matched the feat in 2022.

September 28, 2000: Riley Greene's Birth

On September 28, 2000, Riley Alan Greene was born.

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2018: Played for Team USA

In 2018, Riley Greene played for Team USA in the U-18 Pan-American Championships.

June 24, 2019: Professional Debut

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

2019: Senior Year Success

During his senior year in 2019, Riley Greene had a successful season, hitting .422 with eight home runs and 27 RBIs. He also committed to play college baseball at the University of Florida.

2019: Signed with Detroit Tigers

In 2019, Riley Greene signed a contract with the Detroit Tigers, including a $6.18 million signing bonus.

2020: Minor League Season Cancellation

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

2021: All-Star Futures Game Selection and Promotion to Triple-A

In 2021, Riley Greene was selected to represent the Tigers in the All-Star Futures Game and was later promoted to the Toledo Mud Hens of the Triple-A East.

June 18, 2022: MLB Debut After Injury

On June 18, 2022, after recovering from a broken foot, Riley Greene was added to the Detroit Tigers' active roster and made his Major League debut, getting 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. He was the first Tigers player since Lou Whitaker in 1978 to accomplish this feat.