Hunter Greene has made a successful return to Cincinnati’s rotation, pitching six sparkling innings in an 8-0 victory over Philadelphia.

The Reds still trail the New York Mets for the third and final wild-card spot in the National League and have their work cut out for them.

Hunter Greene, the Cincinnati Reds ’ Opening Day starter, made his long-anticipated return from a double dip on the injured list for a Grade 1 groin strain and dominated the powerful Philadelphia Phillies lineup on Wednesday night for six scoreless innings.