The Cincinnati Reds took all of us by surprise this afternoon, when it was announced that they would be signing right-hander Hunter Greene to a six-year, $53 million contract extension.
BREAKING: Right-hander Hunter Greene and the Cincinnati Reds are in agreement on a six-year, $53 million contract extension that includes a seventh-year option, pending physical, sources familiar with the deal tell ESPN. Details free and unlocked at ESPN: https://t.co/Z7Lp7rDaum
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) April 18, 2023
The 22 year-old pitcher is in his second big league season and has had a solid start to his career.