Hunter Greene leads the Cincinnati Reds to a 4-0 win over the Chicago Cubs, striking out 12 batters and allowing three hits in seven scoreless innings. The performance gives Greene a 1-1 record as the Reds control the game throughout, limiting Chicago’s chances while taking advantage of key moments at the plate. Cincinnati’s offense includes home runs from Elly De La Cruz and JJ Bleday, contributing to the team’s four runs.
Greene’s outing comes after a long stretch on the injured list. He misses the first three months of the season following surgery on March 11 to remove bone chips from his right elbow. Earlier in the season, Greene returns on July 4 against Baltimore, but struggles in that debut by pitching 3 1/3 innings and allowing eight earned runs. Against the Cubs, he delivers a major rebound, combining strong command with 12 strikeouts to complete seven innings without allowing a run.
