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. His performance led to him being selected as an All-Star in 2024, marking a significant achievement in his young career.

Sections (1)

Full Timeline

1978: Last Tigers Player to Hit Walk-Off Home Run

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

1992: Travis Fryman's RBI Record

In 1992, Travis Fryman set a record by driving in 200 RBIs before turning 25. Riley Greene later matched this feat.

September 28, 2000: Riley Greene's birth

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

Others born on this day/year

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: Signed with the Detroit Tigers

In 2019, Riley Greene was drafted by the Detroit Tigers and signed a contract with a $6.18 million signing bonus on June 5th.

2019: Senior Year at Hagerty High School

In 2019, during his senior year at Paul J. Hagerty High School, Riley Greene hit .422 with eight home runs and 27 RBIs and also committed to play college baseball at the University of Florida.

2020: Minor League Season Cancellation

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

2021: Season with Erie SeaWolves and Toledo Mud Hens

In 2021, Riley Greene began the season with the Erie SeaWolves and was later promoted to the Toledo Mud Hens in August. He was also selected for the All-Star Futures Game.

June 18, 2022: MLB Debut

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

July 2, 2022: First Career 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.

2022: MLB Debut

In 2022, Riley Greene made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut for the Detroit Tigers.

2022: Ranked as Top Prospect

In 2022, Riley Greene was named the 4th best prospect in baseball in Baseball America's annual Top 100 list.

September 2, 2023: Placed on Injured List

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

July 7, 2024: All-Star Selection

On July 7, 2024, Riley Greene was selected to represent the Tigers in the 2024 All-Star Game. He was hitting .258 with 17 home runs and 45 RBIs at the time.