Reds must trade Hunter Greene to give their 2027 season a real chance

Brandon Glick of Blog Red Machine argues that the Cincinnati Reds should trade starting pitcher Hunter Greene to maximize their chances of contending in 2027. Greene recently underwent Tommy John surgery and is expected to miss the entire 2027 season, leaving him with only one guaranteed year remaining on his contract upon his projected return.

The writer contends that shedding Greene's salary could provide financial flexibility to acquire major league talent and support shortstop Elly De La Cruz. With De La Cruz under team control for only three more seasons, Glick suggests moving Greene offers the Reds their most practical path to remain competitive.