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Cincinnati Reds
The Cincinnati Reds are an American professional baseball team based in Cincinnati. The Reds compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the National League (baseball), National League (NL) National League Central, Central Division. They were a charter member of the American Association (1882–1891), American Association in 1881 before joining the NL in 1890. The Reds played in the National League West, NL West division from 1969 to 1993, before joining the Central division in 1994. For several years in the 1970s, they were considered the most dominant team in baseball, most notably winning the 1975 World Series, 1975 and 1976 World Series; the team was colloquially known as the "Big Red Machine" during this time, and it included National Baseball Hall of Fame, Hall of Fame members Johnny Bench, Joe Morgan, and Tony Pérez, as well as the controversial Pete Rose, the all-time hits leader in Major League Baseball. Overall, the Reds have won five World Series champ ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
National League Central
The National League Central is one of Major League Baseball's six divisions. This division was created in 1994, by moving two teams from the National League West (the Cincinnati Reds and the Houston Astros) and three teams from the National League East (the Chicago Cubs, the Pittsburgh Pirates, and the St. Louis Cardinals). When the division was created in 1994, the Pirates were originally supposed to stay in the East while the Atlanta Braves were to be moved to the Central from the West. However, the Braves, wanting to form a natural rivalry with the expansion Florida Marlins, requested to remain in the East. Despite the Marlins offering to go to the Central, the Pirates instead gave up their spot in the East to the Braves. Since then, the Pirates have tried several times unsuccessfully to be placed back in the East. In 1998, the NL Central became the largest division in Major League Baseball when the Milwaukee Brewers were moved in from the American League Central, which gav ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Riverfront Stadium (Cincinnati)
Riverfront Stadium, also known as Cinergy Field from 1996 to 2002, was a multi-purpose stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio. It was the home of the Cincinnati Reds of Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1970 Cincinnati Reds season, 1970 through 2002 Cincinnati Reds season, 2002 and the Cincinnati Bengals of the National Football League (NFL) from 1970 Cincinnati Bengals season, 1970 to 1999 Cincinnati Bengals season, 1999. Located on the Ohio River in downtown Cincinnati, the stadium was best known as the home of the "Big Red Machine", as the Reds were often called in the 1970s. Construction began on February 1, 1968, and was completed at a cost of less than $50 million. Riverfront's grand opening was held on June 30, 1970, an 8–2 Reds loss to the Atlanta Braves. Braves right fielder Hank Aaron hit the first home run in Riverfront's history, a two-run shot in the first inning which also served as the stadium's first runs batted in. Two weeks later on July 14, 1970, Riverfront hosted the 197 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1970 Cincinnati Reds Season
The 1970 Cincinnati Reds season was the 101st season for the franchise in Major League Baseball. The Reds won the National League West title with a record of 102 wins and 60 losses, games ahead of the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Reds defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates in three straight games in the NLCS to win their first National League pennant since 1961. The team then lost to the Baltimore Orioles in the World Series in five games. The Reds were managed by first-year manager George "Sparky" Anderson and played their home games at Crosley Field during the first part of the year, before moving into the then-new Riverfront Stadium on June 30. Offseason * October 24, 1969: Mel Queen was purchased from the Reds by the California Angels. * October 29, 1969: Pedro Ramos was released by the Reds. * November 14, 1969: Joaquín Andújar was signed as an amateur free agent by the Reds. * November 25, 1969: Alex Johnson and Chico Ruiz were traded by the Reds to the California Angel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2012 Cincinnati Reds Season
The 2012 Cincinnati Reds season was the 143rd season for the franchise in Major League Baseball, and their tenth at Great American Ball Park. The Reds improved on their record of 79–83 in 2011 and became the first team to clinch a playoff berth in 2012 by defeating the Cubs 5–3 on September 20. They clinched the National League Central with a 6–0 victory over the Dodgers on September 22. Their final record was 97–65 and they subsequently lost in five games to the San Francisco Giants in the NLDS. Standings NL Central standings NL Wild Card Record vs. opponents Regular Season Highlights Opening Day Starting Lineup April * April 5: The Reds opened the season with a 4–0 shutout victory over the Miami Marlins in front of 42,956 fans — the largest crowd ever for a regular season game at Great American Ball Park. This was the first Opening Day shutout win for the Reds since 1980. May * May 13: Joey Votto homers three times, including a walk-off grand slam in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2010 Cincinnati Reds Season
The 2010 Cincinnati Reds season was the 141st season for the franchise in Major League Baseball, and their eighth at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. The Reds began their season at home against the St. Louis Cardinals on April 5, losing 11 to 6. Cincinnati was coming off a 2009 Cincinnati Reds season, 78-84 (.481) season and fourth place in the National League Central. The Reds were managed by Dusty Baker, who was in his third season with the team. His coaches were Mark Berry (baseball), Mark Berry (third base), Billy Hatcher (first base), Brook Jacoby (hitting), Juan Lopez (Cincinnati Reds coach), Juan Lopez (bullpen), Bryan Price (pitching), and Chris Speier (bench). For the second year in a row, Cincinnati hosted the Major League Baseball Civil Rights Game. They played St. Louis Cardinals and won 4 to 3. The majority owner of the Cincinnati Reds was Robert Castellini; the general manager was Walt Jocketty. Their home field was Great American Ball Park. The Cincinnati Reds ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1995 Cincinnati Reds Season
The 1995 Cincinnati Reds season was the 126th season for the franchise in Major League Baseball, and their 26th and 25th full season at Riverfront Stadium. The team won their first-ever National League Central title, and the NLDS in three straight games over the Los Angeles Dodgers before losing the NLCS in four games to the eventual World Series champion Atlanta Braves. It was both the last season for manager Davey Johnson and the last (as of 2024) playoff series victory for the Reds. Offseason * October 13, 1994: Jacob Brumfield was traded by the Reds to the Pittsburgh Pirates for Danny Clyburn. * November 3, 1994: Joe Oliver was released by the Reds. * November 4, 1994: Damon Berryhill was signed as a free agent by the Reds. * December 1, 1994: Kevin Maas was released by the Reds. * December 22, 1994: Jack Morris was signed as a free agent by the Reds. Regular season Season standings Record vs. opponents Notable transactions * April 5, 1995: Eric Anthony was sig ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1882 Cincinnati Reds Season
The 1882 Cincinnati Red Stockings (AA), Cincinnati Red Stockings season was a season in American baseball. It was the first season for the team as a member of the American Association (19th century), American Association. This team took the nickname from the Cincinnati Reds (1876–79), previous National League team that played during 1876–1879, but was otherwise unrelated. The Red Stockings (sometimes called the "Reds") won the first American Association championship this season. Regular season Before the season began, the Red Stockings named catcher Pop Snyder as the player-manager. Snyder spent the 1881 season with the Boston Red Caps of the National League (baseball), National League, hitting .228 with 16 RBI. Cincinnati also signed some familiar players, as Will White and Hick Carpenter spent time with the Cincinnati Reds (1876–79), Cincinnati Reds of the National League (baseball), National League. White saw limited action with the Detroit Wolverines, while Carpenter hi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1961 Cincinnati Reds Season
The 1961 Cincinnati Reds season was a season in American baseball. It consisted of the Reds winning the National League pennant with a 93–61 record, four games ahead of the runner-up Los Angeles Dodgers, but losing the World Series in five games to the New York Yankees. The Reds were managed by Fred Hutchinson, and played their home games at Crosley Field. The Reds were also the last team to win the National League in the 154-game schedule era, before going to a 162-game schedule a year later. Preseason Cincinnati's road to the World Series was truly a remarkable one, as the Reds went through significant changes in a single season to improve from a team that won just 67 games and finished 28 games behind the eventual World Series Champion Pittsburgh Pirates in 1960. The architect of the turnaround was the Reds' new general manager Bill DeWitt, who left his role as president and general manager of the Detroit Tigers after the end of the 1960 season to replace Gabe Paul as the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1940 Cincinnati Reds Season
The 1940 Cincinnati Reds season was the 58th season for the franchise. Cincinnati entered the season as the reigning National League champion, having been swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series the previous year. They would defeat the Detroit Tigers four games to three to take the World Series title. Offseason * October 14, 1939: Hank Sauer was drafted by the Reds from the New York Yankees in the 1939 minor league draft. * October 19, 1939: Al Simmons was released by the Reds. Regular season Cincinnati won 100 games for the first time in franchise history. The team finished first in the National League with a record of 100–53, winning the pennant by 12 games over the Brooklyn Dodgers, and the best record in MLB. They went on to face the Detroit Tigers in the 1940 World Series, beating them in seven games. This was their first championship since 1919. In August, back up catcher Willard Hershberger, depressed over what he felt was culpability for losing both g ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1939 Cincinnati Reds Season
The 1939 Cincinnati Reds season was a season in American baseball. The team finished first in the National League, winning the pennant by games over the St. Louis Cardinals with a record of 97–57. The team went on to the 1939 World Series, which they lost in four straight games to the New York Yankees. Regular season During the season, Paul Derringer and Bucky Walters became the last pitchers to win at least 25 games in one season for the Reds in the 20th century. Season standings Record vs. opponents Notable transactions * August 19, 1939: Milt Shoffner was selected off waivers by the Reds from the Boston Bees. * August 31, 1939: Al Simmons was purchased by the Reds from the Boston Bees. Roster Player stats Batting Starters by position ''Note: Pos = Position; G = Games played; AB = At bats; R = Runs ; H = Hits; Avg. = Batting average; HR = Home runs; RBI = Runs batted in'' Other batters ''Note: G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1919 Cincinnati Reds Season
The 1919 Cincinnati Reds season was a season in American baseball. The Reds won the National League (baseball), National League pennant (sports), pennant, then went on to win the 1919 World Series. The team's accomplishments were overshadowed by the subsequent Black Sox Scandal, when it was discovered that their American League opponents, the 1919 Chicago White Sox season, Chicago White Sox had conspired to throw the series. Off-season Reds manager Christy Mathewson, who left the club late in the 1918 season to enlist in the United States Army for World War I, was accidentally gassed during a chemical training exercise and subsequently developed tuberculosis. Mathewson served with the American Expeditionary Force until February 1919 and was discharged later that month, however, it became apparent that he was too sick to manage the Reds. Cincinnati replaced Mathewson with Pat Moran. Moran had previously managed the Philadelphia Phillies from 1915 until 1918, leading the team to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bank Street Grounds
The Bank Street Grounds was a baseball park located in Cincinnati. The park was home to three major league baseball teams. The National League Cincinnati Stars club in 1880 in baseball, 1880, the current Cincinnati Reds franchise from 1882 in baseball, 1882 to 1883 in baseball, 1883 and the Cincinnati Outlaw Reds of the Union Association in 1884. It succeeded the Avenue Grounds as the home site for professional ball in the Queen City. National League A new National League (baseball), National League entry, the Cincinnati Stars, formed for the 1880 season, but the new franchise was short-lived. The club was expelled from the league for selling beer and renting out its ballpark on Sundays, violating its self-instituted "blue law", the club was disbanded. American Association A new Cincinnati Reds, Reds franchise was formed as an American Association (19th century), American Association club in 1882 in baseball, 1882. This club is the same Reds team that exists today. The AA had ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
