Greene Injury & Miley Signing: Reds Roster Update
- Cincinnati Reds ace hunter Greene is heading to the 15-day injured list due to a right groin strain.
- Greene, previously sidelined for two weeks last month with a similar strain, exited Tuesday's 4-2 victory against the Brewers after pitching five innings.
- Miley, 38, returns to Cincinnati after opting out of his Minor league contract Sunday.
Teh reds place Hunter Greene on the 15-day injured list with a groin strain, impacting their pitching rotation, and sign veteran Wade miley to fill the void, the team announced Wednesday.Miley returns to the Reds with a one-year deal that includes a $2.5 million salary, with $1.5 million in incentives. Cincinnati’s Rhett Lowder moves to the 60-day IL in a corresponding move as the team navigates its lineup. Facing similar issues encountered last month, Greene’s injury adds pressure as the reds strive to maintain their competitive edge. with Miley stepping in, the team hopes to stabilize the starting rotation instantly. For an in-depth look at the latest roster moves and more, stay tuned to News Directory 3. Discover what’s next for the Reds.
Reds Place Hunter greene on IL, Sign Wade Miley
Updated June 04, 2025
Cincinnati Reds ace hunter Greene is heading to the 15-day injured list due to a right groin strain. The team announced the move Wednesday, also revealing the signing of veteran left-hander Wade Miley to bolster their starting rotation. Right-hander Rhett Lowder was moved to the 60-day IL in a corresponding transaction.
Greene, previously sidelined for two weeks last month with a similar strain, exited Tuesday’s 4-2 victory against the Brewers after pitching five innings. The injury woes continue for the young star as the Reds navigate the season.
Miley, 38, returns to Cincinnati after opting out of his Minor league contract Sunday. He will receive a prorated $2.5 million salary, with the potential for $1.5 million in performance bonuses as part of his one-year agreement. He previously pitched for the Reds in 2020 and 2021, and he made four starts at Triple-A Louisville this year, recording a 5.93 ERA.
“It’s frustrating,” Greene said. “I want to be out there. I want to compete… It just makes it a little more tough when you’re trying to overcome certain stuff and you’ve got to be sidelined.”
What’s next
With Hunter Greene sidelined, Wade Miley is expected to instantly step into the starting rotation, providing a veteran presence as the Reds aim to maintain their competitive edge.