Reds' Hunter Greene Returns From Injured List Against Phillies

Hunter Greene is set to return to the Cincinnati Reds' starting rotation on Wednesday against the Philadelphia Phillies after being sidelined since early June due to a right groin strain. The 26-year-old right-hander has been on the injured list twice this season and recently completed a rehab assignment with Triple-A Louisville, where he reached 79 pitches in his final outing despite allowing several runs. Reds manager Terry Francona confirmed Greene will work out before the game and is expected to be ready for a near-full workload, prompting a reshuffle in the Reds' pitching rotation that may move Nick Martinez back to the bullpen. Greene, who has a 4-3 record with a 2.72 ERA in 11 starts this season and was an All-Star last year, returns as the Reds vie for a wild-card spot in the National League. Rookie Chase Burns, who was originally slated to start upcoming games, will have his role adjusted as the team manages innings for its young pitchers. The Reds currently sit just 2½ games behind the Mets for the third NL wild-card spot, making Greene's return a timely boost for their playoff push.