Hunter Greene and the Reds agree to a six-year, $53 million deal.

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The Cincinnati Reds and right-hander Hunter Greene reached an agreement on a six-year, $53 million contract on Tuesday.

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Bringing the hardest-throwing starter in baseball to a team that previously had no guaranteed compensation beyond this season.

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Greene, 23, made his debut last year while Cincinnati was still rebuilding. Starters Nick Lodolo and Graham Ashcraft were added.

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Together with Greene, they have given some hope to a team that last entered the playoffs in 2013, discounting the COVID-shortened season.

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Greene's contract begins this season and lasts two years, with a $21 million seventh-year club option that includes a $2 million buyout.

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Greene's contract begins this season and lasts two years, with a $21 million seventh-year club option that includes a $2 million buyout.

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which is the largest the Reds have ever awarded to a player before arbitration, could be worth more than $90 million.

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"The commitment we made to Hunter reflects his dedication to this organization and our community," Reds CEO Bob Castellini stated.

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"He is part of the foundation of young players who will continue to help us build a successful major league team."

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