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FRONT - Cincinnati Reds
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The Reds issue more than 200 season credentials to members of the media who cover the
team on a regular basis. Traveling entities include the Cincinnati Enquirer, Dayton Daily
News and MLB.com. Reds on Radio rightsholder 700 WLW AM broadcasts 20 games in spring
training and all 162 games during the regular season. Television rightsholder FOX Sports Ohio
airs 3 spring training games and 145 regular season games.
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Media Relations Department
Rob Butcher - Director of Media Relations
Rob Butcher was named to his position on January 6, 1997. He is in his 21st season
in professional baseball, his 13th with the Reds. In December 2006, Butcher received
Major League Baseball’s Robert O. Fishel Award for public relations excellence. In
1988 he began his front office career as an intern with the Class AAA Columbus
Clippers and worked there 5 seasons before he was named assistant director of
media relations for the New York Yankees in March 1993. In June 1993, he was
promoted to New York’s director of media relations and held that position for 3
seasons until December 21, 1995. On behalf of Major League Baseball, Butcher has
worked 11 All-Star Games (1994, 1995, 1999, 2001-08) and 11 World Series (1995,
1997, 2000-08). In March 2006 and March 2009 he served as MLB’s press liaison
for Team USA during the first 2 World Baseball Classics. Butcher graduated in 1981
from Wilmington (OH) High School and in 1985 from the University of Dayton with a degree in broadcasting
and journalism. In August 1989, he received his master’s degree in sport management from The Ohio State
University. In September 2001, Rob was inducted into the Clinton County (OH) Sports Hall of Fame. He and
his wife, Dana, live in Park Hills, Kentucky.
larry herms - Assistant Director of Media Relations
Larry Herms is in his 12th season with the Reds, his fourth as assistant director of
media relations. He joined the Reds as a media relations intern in January 1998
and was named media relations assistant in November of that year. On behalf of
Major League Baseball, Herms has worked 3 National League Championship Series
(2006-08). He began his baseball career in 1997 as an intern in the front office of the
Class AAA American Association. A Queen City native, he graduated with a bachelor
of arts degree in communications from the University of Cincinnati in 1998. Herms
is engaged to Maggie Peter and resides in Mt. Adams.
jamie ramsey - Assistant Director of Media Relations
Jamie Ramsey is in his 12th season in the Reds organization, his ninth season in
the media relations department. He was named to his current position in 2006. Prior
to that, he served as media relations assistant and as an intern in that department.
Ramsey joined the organization in 1997 as a member of the Reds’ grounds crew
at Cinergy Field and worked in that capacity until his promotion to the front office
in 2000. A 1999 graduate of Miami University, Jamie is an avid fan of bowling and
yoga and resides in Cincinnati.
Contact Information
You can contact the Cincinnati Reds media relations office at (513) 765-7800. During games, you can reach
the media relations staff in the press box at (513) 765-7350 or (513) 765-7450.
Media Credentials
Cincinnati Reds media credentials will be issued only to reporters or photographers for accredited media.
Reds season credentials only will be issued to those media outlets that cover the Reds on a daily basis.
Credentials requests can be made online at https://credentials.mlb.com. Please allow 24-hour notice for all
daily credential requests. Under no circumstances are media credentials to be transfered from person to
person. Violation of this policy will result in notification of the Major League office of the violation, dismissal
of the media member from Great American Ball Park and confiscation of the violator’s media credential for
the remainder of the season.
Media Credential Pickup
Members of the media can pick up approved daily credentials inside Gate 3 at Great American Ball Park’s
Pete Rose Way entrance, located adjacent to U.S. Bank Arena on the east side of the facility.
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Press Box
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The writing and broadcast press box is located on Level 3 of Great American Ball Park. The press box is
open 3 hours and 30 minutes prior to gametime. The press dining room, located on the press box level, is
open 2 hours prior to game time. A delicious buffet dinner is available to credentialed media members at a
cost of $7.
Clubhouse Access
Only media with approved credentials have access to the clubhouses. The clubhouses are open 3 hours
and 30 minutes prior to the start of each game and close 1 hour prior to the start of each game. Following
the game, the clubhouses will open no later than 10 minutes after the final out. The home and visiting team
clubhouses are located on Field Level. The Reds’ dugout is located on the first base side, the visitors’ dugout
on the third base side. Until batting practice is over, media can access the field through the tunnels adjacent
to each clubhouse. After batting practice is over, access to and from the field may be made only through the
tunnel on the outfield side of the third base dugout. Members of the media are not permitted in the training
room, players’ lounge or equipment areas.
A photographer dark room for media outlets affiliated with The Associated Press is available in the Field Level
tunnel, across from the interview room. Contact Al Behrman at (513) 241-2386.
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Media Parking
Media Interviews
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The media relations department does not have individual gameday parking passes. For information on monthly
parking, contact Central Parking at (513) 946-8100.
Reds uniformed personnel will be available for interviews prior to on-field stretching and following batting
practice. Interview requests during batting practice must be scheduled through the Reds media relations
department.
Media outlets needing use of Reds’ current photographs may contact the Reds creative services department
at (513) 765-7029 or jrollins@reds.com. At this time, the Reds no longer grant permission for historical images
prior to the 2000 season. Accredited media members may use Reds photographs for non-endorsement projects
only. All photographs and/or materials loaned by the Cincinnati Reds must be returned in good condition within
30 days. Media outlets not returning photographs and/or materials within 30 days will be subject to a $50 fee
per item and will be subject to a $250 fee per item for any photographs and/or materials damaged or lost.
Positions for photographers are located on the home plate and outfield sides of each dugout, a position shared
with television cameras. With the exception of game broadcast cameras, still photographers have priority
over local videographers. Still photographers for The Associated Press, The Cincinnati Enquirer, Dayton Daily
News, The Columbus Dispatch and Major League Baseball Photos have priority.
Television stations are prohibited from using a “roving” camera inside Great American Ball Park without the permission of the media relations department. At no time are camera crews allowed into the
seating areas of Great American Ball Park. Interviews in a roving situation must be conducted on the
right-field porch area.
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Reds on the Airwaves
Radio
In 2009, for the third straight season Hall of Famer Marty Brennaman will be
joined in the Reds on Radio network booth by Thom Brennaman or Jeff Brantley.
The Reds on Radio network is one of the largest in professional sports, with 59
affiliates in 7 states. The 50,000-watt flagship station is 700 WLW (AM 700) in
Cincinnati. Twenty spring training games and all 162 regular-season games are
broadcast on 700 WLW Radio.
Television
FOX Sports Ohio holds the exclusive local cable and telecast rights for Cincinnati
Reds baseball. FOX Sports Ohio will cablecast 145 games in 2009. George
Grande and Chris Welsh, the longest-running TV duo in club history, will team
up for their 17th season together for play-by-play and color analysis. Thom
Brennaman and Jeff Brantley also will spend time in the Reds TV booth.
Reds Broadcasters
Marty Brennaman
Reds radio announcer Marty Brennaman received the Ford C. Frick Award on July 23,
2000, in ceremonies at the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y. The
award is presented each year by the Hall of Fame to a broadcaster “for major contributions
to the game of baseball.” Brennaman, Red Barber (WSAI, 1934-38) and Russ Hodges
(WFBE, 1932) are the only Reds announcers ever to receive the Hall of Fame’s prestigious
broadcasting award. On May 2, 2005 he was inducted into the National Sportscasters
and Sportswriters Association Hall of Fame in Salisbury, NC. On November 5, 2005
he was inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame in Chicago. In 1999 he was
inducted into the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame. In 2009 he was selected by the American
Sportscasters Association as one of the Top 50 broadcasters of all time. The 2009 season
will be Brennaman’s 45th as a broadcaster, his 36th in Cincinnati. He joined the Reds
radio team in 1974 and for 31 seasons (1974-2004) shared the 700 WLW Radio booth with Reds Hall of Fame
pitcher Joe Nuxhall. Brennaman has been named Ohio Sportscaster of the Year 13 times, most recently in 2006.
He won the Virginia Sportscaster of the Year Award 4 times while broadcasting basketball games for the American
Basketball Association’s Virginia Squires, baseball games for the New York Mets’ Class AAA affiliate in Norfolk
and football games for both Virginia Tech and William & Mary. He also has broadcast games during the NCAA’s
men’s basketball tournament, including 15 regional tournaments and 11 Final Fours. Brennaman will broadcast
about 45 games on radio with his son, Thom. Marty also has 2 daughters, Dawn and Ashley, and 4 grandchildren,
Dylan & Cal Venerus and Ella Mae & Luke Brennaman.
Thom Brennaman
Thom Brennaman is in his third season as a member of the Reds Radio and Reds TV
broadcast teams. On 10/4/06 he signed a 4-year contract through the 2010 season. The
Cincinnati native will work alongside his father, Hall of Famer Marty Brennaman, for selected
radio broadcasts on 700 WLW and also will sit in the booth for Reds TV broadcasts on FOX
Sports Ohio. Thom will broadcast approximately 90 games for the Reds while continuing
to serve as one of Major League Baseball’s lead announcers on the Saturday Game of the
Week and post-season telecasts for national television rightsholder FOX. Before joining
the Reds he worked for 9 seasons on Arizona Diamondbacks radio and TV broadcasts.
Brennaman joined the D’Backs after 6 seasons with the Chicago Cubs working for both
WGN radio and TV. He was hired by the Cubs after 2 years in Cincinnati broadcasting
Reds TV games alongside Hall of Fame catcher Johnny Bench. The Brennamans worked
together during a Baseball Network televised game in the 1990s. One of the country’s most versatile talents, Thom
is part of the NFL and college football broadcast teams for FOX, and in each of the last 3 years he was the lead
announcer for the worldwide telecasts of the college football BCS championship games. He was the play-by-play
voice for that network for 6 Cotton Bowl telecasts from 2001-06 and also has handled University of Cincinnati
men’s basketball local broadcast duties. Brennaman is a graduate of Anderson High School and Ohio University.
Thom, his wife Polly and their famly live in Cincinnati.
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Brennaman
Marty: 1974-2009 (Cin)
Thom: 1989-2009
(Cin, ChiN, Ari)
Buck
Jack: 1954-2001 (StL)
Joe: 1991-2007 (StL)
Caray
Hartman
Harry: 1945-1997
(StLC, StLB, Oak, ChiA, ChiN)
Skip: 1965, 1976-2008 (Mil Braves, Atl)
Chip: 1991-2009 (Atl, Sea, ChiN)
May 13, 1991 – All 3 generations
Chad: 1994-95 (Min)
Sid: 1978-79 (Min)
List courtesy National Baseball Hall of Fame
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Kalas
Harry: 1965-2009 (Hou, Phi)
Todd: 1992-93, 1994-96,
1998-2009 (NYM, Phi, TB)
Jeff Brantley
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Jeff Brantley is in his third season as a member of the Reds Radio and Reds TV broadcast
teams. On 10/31/06 he signed a 4-year contract through 2010. After he retired as a
player following the 2001 season, Brantley joined ESPN as an in-game analyst and also
as a studio analyst on the network’s popular Baseball Tonight show. In March 2006, he
broadcast several telecasts of the inaugural World Baseball Classic. Brantley spent 14
seasons in the Major Leagues and enjoyed some of his best years while pitching for the
Reds from 1994-1997, when he posted a 2.64 ERA and 88 saves. He still ranks tied for
fourth on the club’s all-time saves list. In 1996 he earned the Rolaids Relief Man Award
after leading the National League with 44 saves. His 44 saves that season remains the
Reds’ single-season record. Brantley also pitched for the Giants, Cardinals, Phillies and
Rangers. He was an NL All-Star for San Francisco in 1990 and finished his career with
172 saves and a 3.39 ERA in 615 games. Brantley is a graduate of Mississippi State University, where he led the
Bulldogs to a third-place finish at the College World Series. He was a 4-year letterwinner for MSU and was named
first-team All-American in 1985. Brantley has been actively involved in several youth baseball groups like Garth
Brooks’ “Teammates for Kids” and an inner-city baseball program in Jackson, Mississippi. Jeff and wife Ashley
have 2 children, Elizabeth and Mason. He has two other children, Emily and Murphy.
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George Grande
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George Grande, a 41-year veteran of the broadcasting business, has been the play-by-play
voice on Reds TV since 1993. He and partner Chris Welsh are working together for the
17th consecutive season. They are the longest-running TV duo in Reds history. A native
of New Haven, CT, George has covered Major League Baseball since 1965. Since 1980
he has hosted the National Baseball Hall of Fame inductee ceremonies in Cooperstown.
George also anchored the first-ever ESPN SportsCenter telecast on September 7, 1979
and spent 10 seasons with the all-sports network anchoring that award-winning show
and covering the World Series, NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Finals, Super Bowl, NCAA
basketball tournament, College World Series and major college football games. From
1989-90 he broadcast Yankees games on WPIX, and from 1991-92 he broadcast Cardinals
baseball games before he joined the Reds TV team in 1993. In 1967 George began his
broadcasting career as the sports director and news director of the University of Southern California radio station,
KUSC-FM, followed by radio stints at KNX in Los Angeles; WERI in Westerly, RI; and WNHC in New Haven, CT.
He completed his radio broadcast career by handling the Boston Red Sox’ pre-game and post-game shows on
WMEX. Grande also anchored local TV sports telecasts at WTNH in New Haven, CT and at WCBS in New York.
He started broadcasting baseball games in 1971 for the West Haven (CT) Yankees in the Eastern League. George
graduated in 1969 from the University of Southern California, where he played baseball for 4 seasons and was
a member of the 1968 College World Series championship team. While at USC he played with 14 future Major
Leaguers, including Hall of Famer Tom Seaver and slugger Dave Kingman. Grande is on the board of directors
for USA Baseball.
Chris Welsh
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Chris Welsh enters his 17th season as Reds TV analyst following a 5-year Major League
career with the Padres, Expos, Rangers and Reds. Chris went 21-31 with a 4.45 ERA, 8
complete games and 3 shutouts in 122 career appearances, including 75 starts. He and
partner George Grande are working together for the 17th consecutive season. They are
the longest-running TV duo in Reds history. He is a graduate of Cincinnati’s St. Xavier
High School and earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of South Florida, where
his baseball coach was Hall of Famer Robin Roberts. In addition to his television work,
Chris is a partner in Champions Sports Academy, which builds and operates numerous
sports training facilities throughout the country. He also teaches pitching in the offseason,
is the featured speaker at several national baseball forums and publishes articles on
baseball.
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Jeff Piecoro
Jeff Piecoro enters his 11th season as a host of FOX Sports Ohio’s Emmy Award-winning
pre-game show, Reds Live. He also has hosted the Reds Live post-game wrap. He has been
with Fox Sports Net for 12 years. Piecoro, who played football at the University of Kentucky
from 1980-84, serves as the color analyst for Wildcats football games. He also the television
play-by-play announcer for the University of Cincinnati men’s basketball team.
Jim Day
Jim Day is in his eighth season as a host of FOX Sports Ohio’s Emmy Award-winning pre-game
show, Reds Live, and in his sixth season behind the mic of the Reds Live post-game wrap. He
is an Emmy Award-winning reporter with 20 years’ experience in sports broadcasting. After
graduating from Otterbein College, Day worked at WSYX-TV as an anchor/reporter in his
hometown of Columbus, Ohio. Following a 3-year stay at WFTS-TV in Tampa, Day returned
to his roots to work for Fox Sports Net Ohio. He is also a host of Blue Jackets Live, the pregame and post-game shows for the National Hockey League’s Columbus Blue Jackets. Jim
has covered every major sport for FOX Sports Ohio.
Brian Hunterman
Brian Hunterman is the director of Reds baseball on television rightsholder FOX Sports Ohio,
where he has produced and directed live events and other sports programming since 1999.
He has worked on Reds and Columbus Blue Jackets pre-game shows, Reds Classic Rewind,
Xavier, UC and MAC basketball and the high school football game of the week. In 2008
Hunterman won an Ohio Valley Regional Emmy Award for his coverage of the Blue Jackets.
The Seymour, Indiana, native and Indiana University graduate also worked for the Richmond
Braves, Reds, WLWT-TV 5 and other networks covering college and professional sports.
Hunterman and his wife, Paula, live in Delhi. They have 3 children, Sarah, Emily and Ben.
Christian Roberts
Christian Roberts is the producer of Reds baseball on television rightsholder FOX Sports
Ohio. He joined the Reds TV broadcast team in 2006 as a director and also produced
the Emmy Award-winning Reds Live pre-game show. In the off-season, he directs for the
Columbus Blue Jackets NHL team. Roberts came to Cincinnati from New York, where
he covered the Yankees on the YES Network’s production team from its debut in 2001
through the 2005 season. From 1997-2006 he also was a member of the World Series and
All-Star Game production crews for Major League Baseball International, which broadcasts
those jewel events around the world and on the Armed Forces Network. Roberts is from
Hampton, New Hampshire and lives in the Hyde Park area of Cincinnati.
Roy Alfers
In his second stint working for Reds TV, Roy Alfers is in his second full season directing
the FOX Sports Ohio broadcasts. He directed the club’s brodcasts from 1982-90, including
the historic game in which Pete Rose broke Ty Cobbs all-time hit record. Alfers spent 14
seasons directing Atlanta Braves telecasts for TBS and Fox South, where he won 6 Emmy
Awards for his work on MLB and NBA games. He has been a producer/director for Xavier
basketball for 7 seasons on FOX Sports Ohio and also worked SEC and ACC basketball and
football broadcasts for Raycom Sports. For the last 4 seasons Alfers produced and directed
pre-season football games for the NFL’s Indianapolis Colts, and for the last 10 years he has
worked Ohio State University basketball telecasts.
Dave Armbruster
Dave Armbruster enters his 24th season as producer/engineer for the Reds on Radio. For
15 years he was the network coordinator responsible for the affiliates on the Reds Radio
Network, which included outlets in 7 states and broadcasts that could be heard in 50 states
on flagship station 700 WLW. A Cincinnati native, Armbruster has been with 700 WLW for
28 years. He also oversees the Bengals Radio Network, as well as the radio broadcasts for
the University of Cincinnati Bearcats and Xavier University Musketeers.
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2009 Reds On Radio Affiliates
OHIO (18)
ILLINOIS (1)
WATH-AM
WILE-AM
WTIG-AM
WKKI-FM
WBEX-AM
WLW-AM
WYTS-AM
WONE-AM
WBVI-FM
WIRO-AM
WIMA-AM
WLGN-AM
WMOA-AM
WMPO-AM
WNXT-AM
WIZE-AM
WCHO-AM
WHIZ-AM
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WAIN-AM
WCYN-AM
WEKB-AM
WKYW-AM
WUGO-FM
WVLK-FM
WVLK-AM
WFTG-AM
WQKC-AM
WWXL-AM
WMDJ-FM
WFTM-AM
WKYH-AM
WLSI-AM
WPKE-AM
WVLK-FM
WSFC-AM
WTCW-AM
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Bwlng Green
Columbia
Cynthiana
Elkorn City
Frankfort
Grayson
Lexington
London
Louisville
Manchester
Martin
Maysville
Paintsville
Pikeville
Richmond
Somerset
Whitesburg
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INDIANA (10)
Batesville
Franklin
Indianapolis
Madison
Muncie
Portland
Princeton
Richmond
Sullivan
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Gate City
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WPGW-FM
WSJD-FM
WKBV-AM
WNDI-FM
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Charleston
Huntington
Logan
Milton
Parkersburg
Ravenswood
Williamson
TENNESSEE (3)
Jhnson City/ WPWT-AM 870
Kngsprt/Brstl WPWT-FM 100.7
Bristol
WGFX-FM 104.5
WCHS-AM
WVHU-AM
WVOW-FM
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WHNK-AM
WMOV-AM
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Year
Radio
Announcers
1924
WMH
Gene Mittendorf
1929
WLW
Bob Burdette
1931
WFBE
Harry Hartman, Sidney Ten-Eyck
1932
WFBE
Russ Hodges, Harry Hartman,
Sidney Ten-Eyck
1933 WFBE, WSAI Harry Hartman, Sidney Ten-Eyck,
“Oatmeal” Brown
1934WFBE, WKRC,Red Barber
WSAI
1935WFBE, WKRC,Red Barber
WSAI
1936 WCPO, WSAI Red Barber
1937 WCPO, WSAI Red Barber, Dick Bray
1938 WCPO, WSAI Red Barber, Dick Bray
1939 WCPO, WSAI Roger Baker, Dick Bray
1940 WCPO, WSAI Roger Baker, Dick Bray
1941 WCPO, WSAI Roger Baker, Dick Bray
1942 WKRC, WSAI, Waite Hoyt, Dick Nesbitt,
WCPO
Dick Bray
1943 WKRC, WSAI Waite Hoyt, Lee Allen, Dick Bray
1944 WKRC, WSAI Waite Hoyt, Lee Allen
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WCPO
Waite Hoyt
1946
WCPO
Waite Hoyt
1947
WCPO
Waite Hoyt
1948
WCPO
Waite Hoyt
1949
WCPO
Waite Hoyt
1950
WCPO
Waite Hoyt
1951
WCPO
Waite Hoyt
1952
WCPO
Waite Hoyt
1953
WCPO
Waite Hoyt
1954
WCPO
Waite Hoyt
1955
WSAI
Waite Hoyt, Jack Moran
1956
WSAI
Waite Hoyt, Jack Moran
1957
WKRC
Waite Hoyt, Jack Moran
1958
WKRC
Waite Hoyt, Jack Moran
1959
WKRC Waite Hoyt, Jack Moran
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WKRC
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WKRC Waite Hoyt, Jack Moran
WLWT - 5
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Ed Kennedy, Frank McCormick
1962
WKRC
Waite Hoyt, Gene Kelly
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Ed Kennedy, Frank McCormick
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WKRC Waite Hoyt, Gene Kelly
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Ed Kennedy, Frank McCormick
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Waite Hoyt, Claude Sullivan
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Ed Kennedy, Frank McCormick
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Ed Kennedy, Frank McCormick
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Claude Sullivan, Jim McIntyre
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Joe Nuxhall
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1969 700-WLW Jim McIntyre, Joe Nuxhall
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1970 700-WLW Jim McIntyre, Joe Nuxhall
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1971 700-WLW Al Michaels, Joe Nuxhall
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Tom Hedrick, Bob Waller
1972 700-WLW Al Michaels, Joe Nuxhall
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1974 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
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Charlie Jones, Woody Woodward
1975 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
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1976 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
WLWT - 5
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1977 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
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1978 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
WLWT - 5
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1979 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
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1980 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall, WLWT - 5
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Bill Brown, Ray Lane
Dick Carlson
1981 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
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Bill Brown, Ray Lane, Dick Carlson
1982 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
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Bill Brown, Ray Lane, Dick Carlson
1983 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
WLWT - 5
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Ray Lane, Ken Wilson, Dick Carlson
1984 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
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1985 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
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Ken Wilson, Joe Morgan
1986 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
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Joe Nuxhall
1987 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
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Johnny Bench
1988 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
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1989 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
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1990 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
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Gordy Coleman, Tom Hume
1991 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
WLWT - 5 SC Ohio Steve LaMar, Marty Brennaman,
Gordy Coleman
1992 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
WLWT - 5 SC Ohio Steve LaMar, Marty Brennaman,
Gordy Coleman
1993 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
WLWT - 5 SC Ohio George Grande, MBrennaman,
Gordy Coleman, Chris Welsh
1994 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
WLWT - 5 SC Ohio George Grande, MBrennaman,
Gordy Coleman, Chris Welsh
1995 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
WLWT - 5 SC Ohio George Grande, MBrennaman,
Chris Welsh
1996 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall WSTR - 64 SC Ohio George Grande, MBrennaman,
Chris Welsh
1997 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall WSTR - 64 SC Ohio George Grande, MBrennaman,
Chris Welsh
1998 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall WKRC-12, Fox Ohio George Grande, MBrennaman,
WSTR-64
Chris Welsh
1999 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
None Fox Ohio George Grande, Chris Welsh
2000 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
None
Fox Net George Grande, Chris Welsh
2001 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
None
Fox Net George Grande, Chris Welsh
2002 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
None
Fox Net George Grande, Chris Welsh
2003 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall
None
Fox Net George Grande, Chris Welsh
2004 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Joe Nuxhall, None
Fox Net George Grande, Chris Welsh
Steve Stewart
2005 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Steve Stewart, None FSN Ohio George Grande, Chris Welsh
Joe Nuxhall
2006 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Steve Stewart, None FSN Ohio George Grande, Chris Welsh
Joe Nuxhall
2007 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Thom Brennaman, None FSN Ohio George Grande, Chris Welsh,
Jeff Brantley, Joe Nuxhall,
Thom Brennaman, Jeff Brantley,
Steve Stewart
Steve Stewart
2008 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Thom Brennaman, None FSN Ohio George Grande, Chris Welsh,
Jeff Brantley
Thom Brennaman, Jeff Brantley
2009 700-WLW Marty Brennaman, Thom Brennaman, None FOX SportsGeorge Grande, Chris Welsh,
Jeff Brantley, Jim Kelch
Ohio
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Cincinnati Bell Ext. Terr., Llc
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CT Communications
Edward Rose Prop., Inc.
F J Communications
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Steve LaMar...................................................1990-92
Ray Lane........................................................1979-84
Frank McCormick ..........................................1958-68
Jim McIntyre...................................................1966-70
Al Michaels.....................................................1971-73
Gene Mittendorf...................................................1924
Jack Moran.....................................................1955-61
Joe Morgan.........................................................1985
Dick Nesbitt.........................................................1942
Joe Nuxhall.................................................1967-2007
Wes Parker..........................................................1973
Steve Physioc......................................................1986
Jay Randolph......................................................1988
Pee Wee Reese ............................................1969-70
Mark Scott...........................................................1956
Steve Stewart.................................................2004-07
Claude Sullivan .............................................1964-67
Sidney Ten-Eyck . ..........................................1931-33
Red Thornburgh..................................................1947
Bob Waller...........................................................1971
Chris Welsh..........................................1993-present
Ken Wilson.....................................................1983-85
Woody Woodward .........................................1974-75
2002
Lee Allen.........................................................1943-44
Roger Bake....................................................1939-41
Red Barber*....................................................1934-38
Johnny Bench.................................................1987-90
Jeff Brantley.........................................2007-present
Dick Bray........................................................1937-43
Marty Brennaman* . ............................1974-present
Thom Brennaman .....................1989, 2007-present
Bill Brown.......................................................1976-82
“Oatmeal” Brown ................................................1933
George Bryson ..............................................1956-60
Bob Burdette.......................................................1929
Dick Carlson...................................................1980-83
Gordy Coleman .............................................1990-94
Ken Coleman..................................................1975-79
George Grande....................................1993-present
Harry Hartman................................................1931-33
Tom Hedrick...................................................1971-72
Russ Hodges*.....................................................1932
Waite Hoyt ..............................................1942-65, ‘72
Charlie Jones.................................................1973-74
Gene Kelly......................................................1962-63
Ed Kennedy....................................................1961-70
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Wilmington
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Vaughnsville
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Wabash
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Big Sandy Broadband
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Bracken Cablevision
C&W Cable Inc
Cequel III Program., LLC
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Comcast Cable Comm.
Comcast Cable Comm.
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Foothills Rural Telephone
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Cincinnati Enquirer
312 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 768-8441; Sports Editor: Josh Pichler
WXIX Channel 19
FOX - 635 W. 7th St., Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 421-0119; fax (513) 421-3022
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Joe Danneman, Zach Wells
Dayton Daily News
45 S. Ludlow St., Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 225-2250; Sports Editor: Brian Kollars
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The Columbus Dispatch
34 South Third St., Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 461-8552; Sports Editor: Ray Stein
WLW 700, AM, Rightsholder
8044 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236
(513) 421-6397; fax (513) 333-4240
Studio, (513) 241-2023 or (800) 729-2023
Dave Armbruster, Bill Dennison, Alan Cutler,
Paul Daugherty, Bill Bangert
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WKRC Channel 12
CBS - 1906 Highland, Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 763-5584; fax (513) 421-3820
Brad Johansen, Tara Pachmayer
WIRE SERVICES
The Associated Press
312 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 241-2386; fax (513) 241-2665
Joe Kay, Mark Schmetzer, Jeff Wallner
PA SportsTicker
1812 Dallas Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45239
(800) 367-8935; fax (800) 336-0383
Cincinnati Enquirer
(513) 765-7174
Dayton Daily News
(513) 765-7173
Visiting Media Relations
(513) 765-7160
The Columbus Dispatch
(513) 765-7176
SportsTicker
(513) 765-7178
The Associated Press
(513) 765-7172
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(513) 765-7177
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WLWT Channel 5
NBC - 1700 Young St., Cincinnati, OH 45210
(513) 412-5088; fax (513) 412-6121
George Vogel, Ken Broo
WVXU 91.7, FM
1223 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45214
(513) 352-9172; fax (513) 352-9171
Maryanne Zeleznik
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ABC - 1720 Gilbert Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 852-4071; fax (513) 651-9990
Denny Janson, John Popovich
WMOH 1450, AM
2081 Fairgrove Ave., Hamilton, OH 45011
(513) 863-1111; fax (513) 863-6856
Steve Vaughn
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FOX Sports Ohio, Rightsholder
11311 Cornell Park Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242
(513) 469-2006; fax (513) 469-2007
Coordinating producer, Doug Johnson
2003
WCKY 1530, AM (1530 Homer, All Sports)
8044 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236
(513) 421-6397; fax (513) 665-9700
Clear Channel Cincinnati
Studio, (513) 749-4357
8044 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236- Lance McAlister, Alan Cutler, Mo Egger
(513) 405-9433; Reporter: C.Trent Rosecrans
WDJO 1160, AM (Oldies)
Reds Report
635 W. 7th St., #400, Cincinnati, OH 45203
1350 West Fifth Ave., Columbus, OH 43212
(513) 533-2503
(614) 486-2202; Editor: Mark Rea
Andy Furman
2002
MLB.com
1489 Deerfield Pointe Drive, Milford, OH 45150
(612) 810-2534; Reporter: Mark Sheldon
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Mark Sheldon
Columbus Dispatch
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MLB.com
Bob Hunter
Home Beat
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Sean McClelland
Bill Dennison
Denny Janson
John Popovich
Mike Hartsock
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Dayton Daily News
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Brad Johansen
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Tara Pachmayer
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Chairman: Hal McCoy, Dayton Daily News
George Vogel
Vice Chairman: John Fay, Cincinnati Enquirer
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Treasurer: Joe Kay, The Associated Press
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WXIX-TV 19
Joe Danneman Brian Giesenschlag
WXIX-TV 19
WXIX-TV 19
Zach Wells
WXIX-TV 19
Bill Bangert
WLW Radio
Alan Cutler
WLW Radio
Andy Furman
WDJO Radio
Lance McAlister
WCKY Radio
Mo Egger
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Bob Hunter
Scott Priestle
Ray Stein
Dayton Daily News
Tom Archdeacon
Hal McCoy
Bucky Albers
Marc Katz
Brian Kollars
Sean McClelland
Gannett News Service
Mike Lopresti
Hamilton Journal-News
John Boyle
Lexington Herald-Leader
Rick Bailey
Mark Maloney
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Greg Hoard
Jim Massie
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George Rorrer
Greg Simms
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Baltimore
Monica Barlow, Jeff Lantz, Jay Moskowitz
(410) 547-6160
Chicago
Scott Reifert, Bob Beghtol, Pat O’Connell,
Lou Hernandez, Ray Garcia, (312) 674-5300
Detroit
Ron Colangelo, Brian Britten, Rick Thompson,
Russ Carlton, (313) 471-2276
Los Angeles of Anaheim
Tim Mead, Nancy Mazmanian, Eric Kay,
Jennifer Hoyer, (714) 940-2014
New York
Jason Zillo, Jason Latimer, Michael Margolis
(718) 579-4460
Colorado
Jay Alves, Irma Thumin, Charlie Hepp,
Nick Piburn, (303) 312-2325
Florida
Matt Roebuck, Marty Sewell, Maria Armella
(305) 626-7492
Houston
Jay Lucas, Sally Gunter, Stephen Grande
(713) 259-8900
Los Angeles
Josh Rawitch, Joe Jareck, Mark Rogoff
(323) 224-1301
Milwaukee
Michael Vassallo, John Steinmiller,
Ken Spindler, (414) 902-4500
New York
Jay Horwitz, Shannon Forde, Ethan Wilson,
Billy Harner, Jon Kerber, (718) 565-4330
Philadelphia
Greg Casterioto, Kevin Gregg
(215) 463-6000
Pittsburgh
Jim Trdinich, Dan Hart, (412) 325-4728
Tampa Bay
Rick Vaughn, Chris Costello, Carmen Molina,
Dave Haller, (727) 825-3149
San Diego
Warren Miller, Leah Tobin, Bret Picciolo,
Ben Coughlan, (619) 795-5265
Texas
John Blake, Rich Rice, Court Berry-Tripp, Brian
SanFilippo, Deanna Damon, (817) 436-5902
San Francisco
Jim Moorehead, Maria Jacinto, Matt
Chisholm, Erwin Higueros, (415) 972-2448
Toronto
Jay Stenhouse, Mal Romanin, Erik Grosman,
Nadia Flaim, Sue Mallabon, (416) 341-1303
Washington
John Dever, Mike Gazda, Bill Gluvna
(202) 640-7000
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Brian Bartow, Melody Yount, Jim Anderson,
Jared Odom, (314) 345-9600
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Tim Hevly, Jeff Evans, Kelly Munro,
Fernando Alcala, (206) 346-4000
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Bob Rose, Mike Selleck, Debbie Gallas,
Kristy Fick, (510) 563-2207
Cincinnati
Rob Butcher, Larry Herms, Jamie Ramsey
(513) 765-7800
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Mike Herman, Molly Gallatin, Dustin Morse,
Mitch Hestad, (612) 375-7470
Chicago
Peter Chase, Jason Carr, Dani Holmes,
Dusty Harrington, (773) 404-4191
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Mike Swanson, David Holtzman, Colby Curry,
Dina Wathan, (816) 504-4368
Atlanta
Brad Hainje, Beth Marshall, Adam Liberman,
Adrienne Midgley, (404) 614-1301
2003
Cleveland
Bart Swain, Susie Giuliano, Jeff Sibel
(216) 420-4380
Arizona
Mike McNally, Aaron Staenberg,
Lynita Johnson, (602) 462-6519
2002
Boston
Pam Ganley, Henry Mahegan, John Shestakofsky,
Amy DeCiccio, Michael Ivins, (617) 226-6613
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25 Main St., Cooperstown, New York 13326
baseballhalloffame.org
Phone: (607) 547-0215 Fax: (607) 547-2044
E-mail: info@baseballhalloffame.org
DIRECTORY
Jane Forbes Clark (Chairman), Joe Morgan (Vice Chairman), Jeff Idelson (President), Bill Haase (Senior
Vice President), Sean Gahagan (Vice President, Retail Marketing & Licensing), Ted Spencer (Vice President,
Chief Curator), Ken Meifert (Senior Director, Development), Brad Horn (Senior Director, Communications &
Education), Jim Gates (Librarian), Tim Wiles (Research Director), Craig Muder (Communications Director),
Samantha Carr (Media Relations Coordinator), Trevor Hayes (Editorial Production Manager), Jackie Brown
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careers with the Cincinnati Reds. Ten of those 39 spent a majority of their careers in a Reds uniform, including
Johnny Bench, Warren Giles, Ernie Lombardi, Bill McKechnie, Bid McPhee, Joe Morgan, Tony Pèrez,
Frank Robinson, Eppa Rixey and Edd Roush. Visit the Hall of Fame at www.baseballhall.org.
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The Hall of Fame is pleased to provide assistance in baseball research and members of the media. Contact
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Major League Baseball Rules of Interest
Calculating the “Magic Number”: Determine the number of games to be played by the team in the lead.
Add one to that number. Subtract from that figure the number of games ahead in the loss column from
the closest opponent.
Determining Earned Run Average: Multiply earned runs by nine, then divide total by innings pitched.
Determining Batting Average: Divide total hits by total at-bats.
Determine Slugging Percentage: Divide the total bases of all safe hits by the total number of at-bats.
Determining On-Base Percentage: Divide hits + walks + hit-by-pitch, by at-bats + walks + hit-by-pitch +
sacrifice flies.
Determining Fielding Percentage: Divide the total number of putouts and assists by the total of putouts,
assists and errors.
The Winning Pitcher: The starting pitcher will be credited with the win only if the pitcher has pitched at
least five complete innings and his team not only is in the lead when he is replaced, but remains in the
lead the remainder of the game. EXCEPTION: The “must-pitch-five-complete-innings” rule in respect to
the starting pitcher shall be in effect for all games of six or more innings. In a five-inning game, credit the
starting pitcher with a game won only if he has pitched at least four complete innings and his team not only
is in the lead when he is replaced, but remains in the lead the remainder of the game. When the starting
pitcher does not meet the preceding criteria and more than one relief pitcher is used, the victory shall be
awarded on the following basis:
(1) When, during the tenure of the starting pitcher, the winning team assumes the lead and maintains it to
the finish of the game, credit the victory to the relief pitcher judged by the official scorer to have been the
most effective.
(2) Whenever the score is tied, the game becomes a new contest insofar as the winning and losing pitcher
is concerned.
(3) Once the opposing team assumes the lead, all pitchers who have pitched up to that point are excluded
from being credited with the victory except the current pitcher.
(4) The winning relief pitcher shall be the one who is the pitcher of record when his team assumes the
lead and maintains it to the finish of the game. EXCEPTION: Do not credit a victory to a relief pitcher who
is ineffective in a brief appearance, when a succeeding relief pitcher pitches effectively in helping his team
maintain the lead. In such cases, credit the succeeding relief pitcher with the victory.
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Earning a Save: Credit a pitcher with a save when he meets all of the following conditions;
(1) He is the pitcher that finished the game won by his team.
(2) He is not the winning pitcher.
(3) He qualifies under one of the following conditions:
a. He enters the game with a lead of no more than three runs and pitches for at least one inning, or
b. He enters the game, regardless of the count, with the potential tying run either on base, at bat, or on deck (that is, the potential tying run either already on base or is one of the first two batters he faces), or
c. He pitches effectively for at least three innings.
Consecutive Game Hitting Streak: A consecutive game hitting streak shall not be terminated if the player’s
plate appearance(s) results in a base on balls, hit batter, defensive interference or sac bunt. The streak shall
terminate if the player has a sac fly and no hit. Hitting streaks do not carry over from season to season.
Consecutive Game Playing Streak: A consecutive game playing streak shall be extended if the player plays
one-half inning on defense or if he completes a time at bat by reaching base or being put out. A pinchrunning appearance shall not extend the streak. If a player is ejected from the game by an umpire before
he can comply with the requirement of this rule, the streak shall continue.
Major League Year: 172 days of service time constitutes a full year in the Major Leagues.
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National League Curfew: There is no curfew in the National League. The game is in the hands of the umpires
once it has started.
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Rain Delays: Pursuant to Rule 3.10(a), the manager of the home team shall be the sole judge as to whether
a game shall be started because of unsuitable weather conditions or the unfit condition of the playing field,
except for the second game of a doubleheader. Pursuant to Rule 3.10(c), the umpire in chief shall be the
sole judge as to whether and when a game shall be suspended and as to whether and when play will be
resumed. An umpire shall not call a game until at least 30 minutes after he has suspended play. He may
continue the suspension as long as he believes there is any chance to resume play.
Rookie Status at the Major League Level: To be considered a rookie, a player must not have more than 130
at-bats, or 50 innings-pitched in the Major Leagues during a previous season or seasons, nor more than 45
days on a Major League roster during the Major League 25-player limit (excluding time in the military).
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Telephone: (212) 931-7878; FAX: (212) 949-5654
Levin, Rich..................... Senior VP, Public Relations
Courtney, Patrick....VP, Public Relations Operations
Bourne, Matt..............VP, Business Public Relations
Alvarez, Silvia........ Dir., Multicultural/Charitable Cm.
Doelger, Robert....................... Senior Manager, BIS
Blundell, John..................Manager, Media Relations
Teevan, Michael..............Manager, Media Relations
Heckelman, Jeff.................... Manager, Business PR
Queen, Daniel......... Senior Specialist, Business PR
Arocho, Steven....................Specialist, Business PR
Verrusio, Lauren..................Specialist, Business PR
Muller, Donald............ Coordinator, Media Relations
Leer, Sarah...................... Coordinator, Business PR
Flock, Heather......... Senior Administrative Assistant
Ramos, Raquel....................Administrative Assistant
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Garagiola, Joe Jr.......... Sr. VP, Baseball Operations
Burns, Ed............ VP, Baseball Operations & Admin.
Melendez, Lou......... VP, International Baseball Ops.
Port, Mike.............................................VP, Umpiring
Watson, Bob.......................VP, On-Field Operations
Robinson, Frank............................... Special Advisor
Cobb, Steve...... Exec. Director, Arizona Fall League
Krasik, Roy... Sr. Director, Major League Operations
Lepperd, Tom........... Director, Umpire Administration
Marcos, Frank............Director, ML Scouting Bureau
Miller, Darrell............Director, Urban Youth Academy
Lind, Sylvia.........Director, Minor League Operations
Pfeifer, Jeff................ Manager, Baseball Operations
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Selig, Allan H. “Bud” ..........................Commissioner
DuPuy, Bob....................................President & COO
Brosnan, Tim..................................... EVP, Business
Manfred, Rob................. EVP, Labor Relations & HR
Mariner, Jonathan................................ EVP, Finance
McHale, John Jr.............. EVP, Administration & CIO
Solomon, Jimmie Lee...... EVP, Baseball Operations
Administration
Archey, Paul.............. Senior VP, Int’l Business Ops.
Brody, John........ Senior VP, Corporate Sales/Mkting
Clark, Bob..............Senior VP, Accounting/Treasurer
Feeney, Katy ......Sr. VP, Club Relations/Scheduling
Halem, Dan......SrVP/Gen. Counsel, Club Relations
Lewis, Wendy...SrVP/Diversity & Strategic Alliances
Merhige, Phyllis............... Senior VP, Club Relations
Miller, Marla..................... Senior VP, Special Events
Orlinsky, Ethan.. Sr. VP, General Counsel, Business
Ostertag, Tom............Senior VP/GenCounsel, Legal
Parkes, Jacqueline.....SrVP, Advrtsing/Mrkting/CMO
Smith, Howard..........................Senior VP, Licensing
Torres, Kathleen......................... Senior VP, Finance
Tully, Chris..........................Senior VP, Broadcasting
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Media Credentials
Ed Smith Stadium
12th St. and Tuttle Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34237
Please contact Rob Butcher at rbutcher@reds.com. Please submit
daily credential requests at least 24 hours in advance.
Capacity....................................... 7,500
Dimensions
Left Field Line.................................. 340
Left Field Gap.................................. 375
Center Field..................................... 400
Right Field Gap............................... 375
Right Field Line............................... 340
Important Phone Numbers
Main Office................................. (941) 955-6501
Ticket Office................................ (941) 954-4464
Hotel........................................... (941) 358-1468
Press Box.................. (941) 955-6501, ext. 5225
Fax............................................. (941) 365-4587
Minor Leagues............................ (941) 955-6501
Box Seats................................... $16.00
Reserved Seats.......................... $14.00
General Admission....................... $9.00
Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Florida is the spring training
site for the Reds and the summer home for their Florida State
League and Gulf Coast League affiliates.
Ed Smith Stadium and the surrounding complex is owned by
the city of Sarasota and offers a wide variety of available space.
The complex consists of four Major League training fields, a
practice infield and covered batting tunnels.
In 1998 the Reds moved their spring training and Florida
instructional league operations to Sarasota from Plant City,
Florida, where the club had trained since 1988.
From North: Exit I-75 at University
Parkway; go west on University to Tuttle;
turn left and head south on Tuttle; stadium
is located on the right at the intersection
of 12th and Tuttle. From South: Exit I-75
to exit 210 (Fruitville Road); go west on
Fruitville to Tuttle; turn right on Tuttle to
12th; the stadium is on the left.
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Cincinnati Reds’ Spring Training Sites
1891..................Hot Springs, AR
1892-94............... Cincinnati, OH
1895...........................Mobile, AL
1896-97........... New Orleans, LA
1898....................Fort Worth, TX
1899.................... Columbus, GA
1900................ New Orleans, LA
1901-02............... Cincinnati, OH
1903....................... Augusta, GA
1904...........................Dallas, TX
1905..................Jacksonville, FL
1906................. San Antonio, TX
1907........................... Marlin, TX
1908................ St. Augustine, FL
1909......................... Atlanta, GA
1910-11..............Hot Springs, AR
1912.................... Columbus, GA
1913...........................Mobile, AL
1914-15............... Alexandria, LA
1916-17...............Shreveport, LA
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1919................. Waxahachie, TX
1920............................Miami, FL
1921............................Cisco, TX
1922............... Mineral Wells, TX
1923-30....................Orlando, FL
1931-42......................Tampa, FL
1943-45.............Bloomington, IN
1946-87......................Tampa, FL
1988-97................. Plant City, FL
1998-Present..........Sarasota, FL
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Batting Practice Schedule
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Infield/BP..................until 11:15
Game Time........................ 7:05
Infield/BP................... until 5:15
OPPONENTS
Game Time........................ 1:05
BP.......................... 11:15-12:15
Infield.....................12:15-12:30
Game Time........................ 7:05
BP..............................5:15-6:15
Infield.........................6:15-6:30
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The Reds took over Sarasota’ spring training complex
beginning in 1998. In addition to running spring training,
the Sarasota staff now operates the team’s high Class
A affiliate in the Florida State League and a rookie
team in the Gulf Coast League. The complex also is
used year-round as the organization’s minor league
rehabilitation center.
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The Giants and legendary manager John McGraw were
Sarasota’s first tenants, from 1924-27. The Boston Red
Sox called Sarasota their spring home from 1933-58,
except for a 4-year hiatus for World War II. The Red
Sox arranged for the Los Angeles Dodgers to take their
place in the spring of 1959. In 1960, the Chicago White
Sox shifted their spring training headquarters from
Tampa to Sarasota, beginning what would become the
longest tenure in the city’s history. The White Sox held
their operations in Sarasota for 28 years before moving
to Arizona after the 1997 season.
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The Sun Coast city has a long history of spring training.
From the New York Giants’ first season there in 1924 to
the Reds team of today, spring training has remained a
constant in Sarasota for much of the last 85 years.
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In 2009 the Cincinnati Reds and their fans will spend
their 12th and final spring training at the City of Sarasota
Sports Complex in Sarasota, Florida. In 2010 the club
will move into a new facility in Goodyear, Arizona.
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Baseball in Sarasota
Reds’ Spring Training Records
Year
Rec G ERA
BA
2008 17-15-1 33 5.49 .283
2007 18-12-1 31 3.96 .279
2006
22-11 33 4.61 .279
2005
17-15 32 5.01 .264
2004 18-16-1 35 4.16 .258
2003 13-18-2 33 4.57 .262
2002
9-22-1 32 4.74 .239
2001 14-14-1 29 4.48 .267
2000
16-17 33 4.94 .285
1999
15-16 31 4.52 .288
1998
13-18 31 3.88 .250
1997
17-15 32 4.39 .301
1996
11-18 30 4.83 .242
1995
7-5 12 5.55 .305
1994 12-19-1 31 5.26 .283
1993
18-9-2 29 4.28 .290
1992
22-9-1 32 3.12 .283
1991 13-17-1 31 4.83 .271
1990
9-7 16 4.63 .281
1989 16-14-2 32 3.49 .275
1988 16-12-2 30 3.65 .262
1987 16-19-1 26 4.59 .289
1986
16-13 29 4.97 .295
1985
14-12 26 4.15 .267
1984
11-14 25 3.62 .241
1983
9-14-1 24 3.98 .261
1982
14-12 26 3.22 .256
1981
12-13 25 4.44 .282
1980
9-13 22 4.12 .273
1979
10-14 24 3.61 .255
1978
14-11 25 4.32 .275
1977
11-15 26 4.77 .272
1976
7-7 14 3.90 .274
1975
18-11 29 3.85 .305
1974
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1973
17-9 26 3.14 .266
1972
9-11-1 21 2.70 .240
1971
15-15 30 4.44 .283
1970 14-13-1 28 4.95 .269
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Goodyear, AZ
Baseball in Goodyear
On July 14, 2008 the Cincinnati Reds and the City of Goodyear,
Arizona finalized the terms on a binding use agreement that
paved the way for the team to move its spring training facilities
there in 2010.
The agreement includes a 20-year lease and two five-year team
options.
The Reds broke ground on their new spring training complex on
November 17, 2008.
“The proposed facilities in Goodyear are going to be some of
the best in baseball,” said Reds President and Chief Executive
Officer Bob Castellini. “We look forward to a working relationship
with the city that will help our team prepare for the start of the
Major League season every year.”
The Reds’ plans for their portion of the Goodyear Ballpark and
Recreational Sports Complex include a 40,700-square foot
clubhouse, six full practice fields and two half fields.
They will share the complex and stadium with the Cleveland
Indians. The Tribe’s instructional league team moved to
Goodyear in September 2008, while their first Major League
spring training camp will be held in the new facility in February
2009.
The main ballpark will seat 10,000 fans, including 500 premium
box seats, 8,000 fixed seats and space for 2,000 spectators on
a grassy berm in the outfield.
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The stadium will be the centerpiece of
Ballpark Village, a mixed-use development
that will feature offices, shops, restaurants,
housing, hotels and a conference center.
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Goodyear is located 20 minutes west of
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In 2010, 15 Major League Baseball clubs will
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Reds in the Community
The Cincinnati Reds connect with fans throughout Reds Country primarily through the Reds
Community Fund, the Reds Hall of Fame and Museum and the Reds Heads Kids Club.
In 2009, more than 27,500 kids and coaches will benefit from Reds Community Fund
programs and initiatives. Meanwhile, another 7,500 students will participate in education
programs and youth camps through the Reds Hall of Fame and Museum, with more than
3,000 kids ages 14 and under serving as members in the official kids club of the Reds.
Reds Community Fund
Since its inception in 2001, the Reds Community Fund has been dedicated to improving
the lives of youth through its baseball-themed outreach efforts. Programs include the Reds
Rookie Success League; Youth Baseball and Softball Funding; Field Renovation, including
the construction of the first “Miracle League” field in Greater Cincinnati; as well as the Youth
Baseball “Match” program and Greater Cincinnati RBI (“Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities”).
Reds Rookie Success League
The Reds Rookie Success League is a free, noncompetitive, coed, character-building
program for 8-11 year olds in Greater Cincinnati, Butler County, Warren County, Louisville
and Dayton. More than 1,500 kids and coaches will participate regionally in 2009. The
program features complimentary medical, vision and dental screenings, plus field trips,
equipment and uniforms for participants. Reds players and coaches “adopt” teams and
make numerous visits as well.
Field Renovation
This initiative has led to 234 field renovations throughout Reds Country. Fields are located
in Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, Bridgetown, Maineville, Dayton, Columbus, Indianapolis,
Louisville, Lexington, Switzerland County, Indiana and Sarasota, Fla. Projects for 2009
include the “Miracle League” field at the Dunham Recreation Complex in Western Hills
and “Brandon Phillips Field” at Clark Montessori School in Winton Place.
Youth TEAM Funding
The youth baseball and softball funding program has expanded to include more than 280
teams. Organizations receive an average of $100 per child for uniform, equipment and
operating expenses and are required to participate in community service activities.
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Redlegs Run for Home 5k
The original fundraising event of the Reds Community Fund incorporates Reds fans,
runners and walkers of all ages.
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Saturday, May 30 beginning at 9 a.m.
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ChampionChip timing with prizes awarded in 13 age categories.
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Gapper’s Kids Fun Run (for kids ages 10 and younger)
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One Mile Kids Run (for kids ages 12 and younger)
All participants receive a T-shirt, goody bag, post-race party and ticket
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voucher for a 2009 Reds home game.
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play “catch” on a big-league field with fathers, sons,
family and friends. Packages include tickets to the Reds’ Interleague matchup with the
Chicago White Sox on Father’s Day. Guests take the field following the game to play ball
in the outfield.
Sunday, June 21
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Hosted by Hall of Fame broadcaster Marty Brennaman, the twoday event features a private reception and concert on Sunday
night and Monday golf scramble with two flights. Celebrity guests
include local and national broadcasters and media representatives,
as well as former and current Reds players and staff.
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2009 Promotional Dates
2009 Magnetic Schedule/Car Magnet presented by PNC:
Friday, April 10 vs. Pirates, 7:10 (Refrigerator and car
magnet free to the first 25,000 fans in attendance.)
2009 Team Calendar presented by Kroger: Saturday,
April 11 vs. Pirates, 1:10 (Free to the first 20,000 fans in
attendance.)
Keepsake Framed Photo: Saturday, June 20 vs. White
Sox, 7:10 (Free to the first 20,000 fans in attendance.)
Bark in the Park #1: Saturday, April 11 vs. Pirates, 1:10
Dad Appreciation Day presented by Kahn’s: Sunday,
June 21 vs. White Sox, 1:10 (Free tie in keepsake box
to the first 10,000 dads in attendance.)
2009 Magnetic Schedule/Car Magnet presented by PNC:
Sunday, April 12 vs. Pirates, 1:10 (Refrigerator and car
magnet free to the first 25,000 fans in attendance.)
Fireworks Friday #6: Friday, July 3 vs. Cardinals, 7:10
(Post-game fireworks show with soundtrack starting
approximately 15 minutes after the end of the game.)
Fireworks Friday #1 presented by Klosterman Baking Co.:
Friday, April 24 vs. Braves, 7:10 (Post-game fireworks
show with soundtrack starting approximately 15 minutes
after the end of the game.)
Jay Bruce Bobblehead: Saturday, July 4 vs. Cardinals,
1:10 (Free bobblehead of the Reds right fielder to the
first 30,000 fans in attendance.)
2009 Team Photo: Friday, April 24 vs. Braves, 7:10 (Free
to the first 40,000 fans in attendance.)
Fleece Blanket presented by hhgregg: Saturday, April 25 vs.
Braves, 1:10 (Free to the first 20,000 fans in attendance.)
Brandon Phillips Gold Kids Glove presented by Furniture
Fair: Sunday, April 26 vs. Braves, 1:10 (Free to the first
10,000 kids 14 and younger in attendance.)
Singles Night presented by Chipotle: Thursday, May 7 vs.
Brewers, 7:10
Reds T-Shirt presented by Chipotle: Thursday, May 7 vs.
Brewers, 7:10 (Free to the first 20,000 fans in attendance.)
Fireworks Friday #2 presented by KOI Auto Parts: Friday,
May 8 vs. Cardinals, 7:10 (Post-game fireworks show with
soundtrack starting approximately 15 minutes after the end
of the game.)
Fireworks Friday #7 presented by ConAgra: Friday,
July 17 vs. Brewers, 7:10 (Post-game fireworks show
with soundtrack starting approximately 15 minutes
after the end of the game.)
Fan’s Choice Bobblehead #3: Saturday, July 18 vs.
Brewers, 7:10 (Reds fans will vote online at reds.com
to choose one of this year’s bobbleheads! Free limitededition to the first 25,000 fans in attendance.)
Ladies Night presented by Dove Chocolate:
Wednesday, July 29 vs. Padres, 7:10 (Free giveaway to
the first 10,000 ladies in attendance.)
Fireworks Friday #8: Friday, July 31 vs. Rockies, 7:10
(Post-game fireworks show with soundtrack starting
approximately 15 minutes after the end of the game.)
Mesh Jersey (Adults): Saturday, Aug. 1 vs. Rockies,
7:10 (Free to the first 20,000 fans in attendance.)
Joey Votto Bobblehead presented by John Morrell:
Saturday, May 9 vs. Cardinals, 7:10 (Free bobblehead of
the Reds slugger to the first 20,000 fans in attendance.)
Mesh Jersey (Kids): Sunday, Aug. 2 vs. Rockies,
1:10 (Free to the first 10,000 kids 14 and younger in
attendance.)
Mom Appreciation Day presented by Kahn’s: Sunday, May
10 vs. Cardinals, 1:10 (Free tote bag to the first 10,000
moms in attendance.)
Faith Day: Sunday, Aug. 2 vs. Rockies, 1:10
Fireworks Friday #3: Friday, May 22 vs. Indians, 7:10
(Post-game fireworks show with soundtrack starting
approximately 15 minutes after the end of the game.)
Reds Cap presented by FOX Sports Ohio: Saturday,
May 23 vs. Indians, 7:10 (Free to the first 20,000 fans in
attendance.)
Lil’ Kinz (Webkinz) Pig presented by ConAgra: Sunday,
May 24 vs. Indians, 1:10 (Free to the first 10,000 fans in
attendance.)
Fireworks Friday #4 presented by PNC: Friday, June 5 vs.
Cubs, 7:10 (Post-game fireworks show with soundtrack
starting approximately 15 minutes after the end of the
game.)
Fireworks Friday #9: Friday, Aug. 14 vs. Nationals, 7:10
(Post-game fireworks show with soundtrack starting
approximately 15 minutes after the end of the game.)
Brandon Phillips Bobblehead: Saturday, Aug. 15 vs.
Nationals, 7:10 (Free bobblehead of the Reds Gold
Glove winner to the first 30,000 fans in attendance.)
Kids Back-To-School Item presented by Cincinnati
Bell: Sunday, Aug. 16 vs. Nationals, 1:10 (Free to the
first 10,000 kids 14 and younger in attendance.)
Fireworks Friday #10: Friday, Aug. 28 vs. Dodgers, 7:10
(Post-game fireworks show with soundtrack starting
approximately 15 minutes after the end of the game.)
Re-usable Grocery Bag presented by CR Brands:
Saturday, Aug. 29 vs. Dodgers, 7:10 (Free to the first
20,000 fans in attendance.)
Team Baseball Card Set presented by Kahn’s: Saturday,
June 6 vs. Cubs, 7:10 (Free to the first 30,000 fans in
attendance.)
Build-A-Bear Monkey presented by Chiquita: Sunday,
Aug. 30 vs. Dodgers, 1:10 (Free to the first 10,000 kids
14 and younger in attendance.)
Joey Votto Matted Photo presented by Chiquita: Sunday,
June 7 vs. Cubs, 1:10 (Free to the first 30,000 fans in
attendance and 500 random winners receive a signed
version.)
Bark in the Park #2: Tuesday, Sept. 15 vs. Astros,
7:10 (Free pet giveaway to the first 10,000 fans in
attendance.)
Fireworks Friday #5 presented by Rozzi’s Famous
Fireworks: Friday, June 19 vs. White Sox, 7:10 (Post-game
fireworks show with soundtrack starting approximately 15
minutes after the end of the game.)
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Field Box............................................... $418
Meijer Family Section........................... $274
Mezzanine............................................ $274
View Level Box..................................... $274
Sun/Moon Deck.................................... $274
Terrace Outfield.................................... $238
View Level............................................ $178
Kroger Bleachers………………………….$94
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In honor of Reds Manager Dusty Baker, the
Baker’s Dozen ticket plan gives you 13 weekend
games for the price of 12. Choose the best plan
that fits your schedule - all Fridays, all Saturdays
or all Sundays.
20-Game Weeknight Plan
Field Box............................................... $580
Meijer Family Section........................... $360
Mezzanine............................................ $360
View Level Box..................................... $360
Sun/Moon Deck.................................... $360
Terrace Outfield.................................... $340
View Level............................................ $250
Kroger Bleachers………………………. $135
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Four, pre-selected 20-game packages to
choose from (weekend, weeknight or a mixture
of both). Plan 1 and 2 are a mix of weeknight
and weekend games. Plan 3 is a mix of Friday,
Saturday and Sunday games and Plan 4 is a
mix of weeknight games only.
20-Game Weekend and Mix Plans
Field Box............................................... $590
Meijer Family Section........................... $370
Mezzanine............................................ $370
View Level Box..................................... $370
Sun/Moon Deck.................................... $370
Terrace Outfield.................................... $350
View Level............................................ $260
Kroger Bleachers………………………. $145
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39 Games - all Friday, Saturday and Sunday
home games. Our Weekend Plan is perfect for
out-of-town fans or those looking to make the
ballpark their “home away from home.” With the
Weekend Plan, you will enjoy the same great
seats every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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Weekend Plan
Infield Box.......................................... $1,395
Field Box............................................ $1,161
Meijer Family Section........................... $732
Mezzanine............................................ $732
View Level Box..................................... $732
Sun/Moon Deck.................................... $732
Terrace Outfield.................................... $693
View Level....................................... $517.50
Kroger Bleachers……………………$293.25
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42 Games - Monday through Thursday
home games, including Opening Day. With
the Weeknight Plan, you will have the same
great seats for all 42 weeknight games. The
Weeknight Plan offers seven Business Day
Special games, ideal for entertaining clients
away from the office. Plus, the Weeknight Plan
also includes tickets to Opening Day 2009!
Weeknight Plan
Infield Box.......................................... $1,485
Field Box............................................ $1,223
Meijer Family Section........................... $771
Mezzanine............................................ $771
View Level Box..................................... $771
Sun/Moon Deck.................................... $771
Terrace Outfield.................................... $729
View Level............................................ $540
Kroger Bleachers……………………$298.50
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WeekNIGHT Season Tickets
VIP Full Season Plan
Dugout Box........................................ $4,581
Infield Box.......................................... $2,880
Field Box............................................ $2,394
Meijer Family Section........................ $1,503
Mezzanine......................................... $1,503
View Level Box.................................. $1,503
Sun/Moon Deck................................. $1,503
Terrace Outfield................................. $1,422
View Level.................................... $1,057.50
Kroger Bleachers……………………$591.75
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Party Areas/Group Tickets
All groups of 25 or more can enjoy special discounts, blocked seating and scoreboard recognition
when purchasing in advance through the Reds Group Sales department at 513-765-7600.
Additional info can also be found on www.reds.com/groups
Triple Play Party Suites
A trio of climate-controlled suites available to the public at Great American Ball Park has been dubbed the
Triple Play Party Suites. These left field hospitality areas are available for purchase on an individual game
basis through the Reds Group Sales office. All suites offer outdoor stadium-style seats, indoor seating, TVs,
private restrooms and exclusive catering staff. Suite #13 (a dedication to Dave Concepcion) can accommodate
up to 35 people (30-person minimum). Suites #8 (Joe Morgan) and #24 (Tony Perez) can accommodate up to
32 people (24-person minimum). Larger groups may combine two or all three of the Triple Play Party Suites.
The cost per person for the suites is $82 and includes a game ticket, catered buffet and beverages.
Party Decks A & B
Groups can enjoy the game from a covered deck down the first base line in right field, or they can take a seat
in the Party Deck’s padded ballpark seating for up-close views of the game. The deck area and the adjacent
102 seats accommodate parties of up to 140, or the Party Deck can be divided for two smaller groups of 50-70.
The price is $72 per person, and the package includes a game ticket, catered buffet and beverages.
RedLegs Landing
Redlegs Landing is ideal for mingling before & during the game on this open-air patio party area. Guests
can take in the spectacular sightlines of the field, the out-of-town scores, and the state-of-the-art digital video
scoreboard from this section of private ballpark seating. Redlegs Landing accommodates 51-80 people and
costs $55 per person, which includes a game ticket, catered buffet and beverages.
FRONTGATE OUTDOOR LUXURY SUITE
Located in the gap above the Owners Suite, the Frontgate Outdoor Luxury Suite features an awning covering
half of the deck, an upscale bar, all-inclusive food and beverage service, TV monitors and game audio. The
area also has outdoor patio furniture where guests can eat, drink and socialize while watching the game. An
exclusive catering staff assists you with any needs and a private restroom is available for your group throughout
your event. Book your group of 30-48 for $150 per person.
THE PICNIC Tent
Located in the Fan Zone and overlooking the Ohio River, this semi-private tent accommodates multiple groups
of 25 or more (maximum capacity of 200) with a mix of table and chairs and high-top tables. The package
price is $55 per person, which includes a Field Box seat, catered buffet and beverages.
The Cincinnati Bell Technology Pavilion
Formally known as the Batter’s Eye, the Cincinnati Bell Technology Pavilion has been completely redesigned.
As part of a new partnership with the Reds, Cincinnati Bell will have exclusive use of this indoor centerfield
area during all home games.
The Cincinnati Bell Riverboat Deck
The Cincinnati Bell Riverboat Deck is located above the Cincinnati Bell Technology Pavilion in center field!
Offering panoramic views of the entire ballpark and the Ohio River, the Riverboat Deck will provide groups
another fantastic hospitality option during Reds games. Multiple groups of 25 to 150 can eat, drink and socialize
from this unique center field perch all season long. The package price is $65 per person and includes your
game ticket, catered buffet and beverages.
best buy super suite
Flat screen TVs, a private bar & staff, indoor/outdoor seating options and an all-inclusive food and beverage
package, the Best Buy Super Suite has it all! The luxury of a private suite with a party atmosphere. The cost
per person is $125 for groups of 30-45.
Please add $5 per ticket for Select Games and $15 per ticket for Opening Day. See schedule for exact dates
and times.
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Premium Seating
Diamond Seats
The most exclusive of the premium-seating options at Great American Ball Park are the Diamond Seats,
which are located in the first eight rows directly behind home plate. The seats are wider than other seats
in the ballpark (approximately 2 inches), are padded and fully upholstered. Perks for Diamond-Seat
holders include access to the private Diamond Club, as well as in-seat food and beverage service.
Diamond Seats at Great American Ball Park is an all-inclusive experience you won’t want to miss.
Diamond Seats are $230 per game.
Club AND CLUB HOME Seats
Scout AND SCOUT BOX Seats
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The Scout and Scout Box Seats are located directly behind home plate and start with the ninth row.
These sections were named as such because these are the seats that Major League scouts occupy to
evaluate talent. These padded seats, which are about 2 inches wider than other seats in the ballpark,
include a host of amenities, including in-seat food and beverage service and access to Scouts Alley,
a private lounge for Scout Seat Holders only. Ticket holders in these sections also have access to
the Riverfront Club and can purchase access to the all new FOX Sports Ohio Champions Club. Scout
Box Seats are $77 per game and Scout Seats are $67 per game.
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Directly above the field-level seats, Club Seats offer great views of the field and of the Ohio River, with
exclusive access to the new FOX Sports Ohio Champions Club and membership to the Riverfront
Club. Club Home Seats are $100 per game and Club Seats are $85 per game. Groups of 25 or more
can receive special discounts when purchasing in advance.
Dining Options At Great American Ball Park
The Machine Room Grille
The Riverfront Club
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Located in the right-field section of the ballpark and overlooking the Ohio River is the Riverfront Club,
which offers world-class cuisine from an award-winning chef. Access to this upscale restaurant and bar
requires a membership. Premium Seat Holders enjoy a complimentary membership. Members can enjoy
a meal before the game or enjoy full service while watching the game from the Riverfront Club’s three
terraces or on the televisions located throughout the restaurant. The Riverfront Club is also available
for groups of 25 or more through Group Sales. For membership inquiries, call (513) 765-7334.
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Great American Ball Park’s brewpub, located in the left-field corner, is a dedication to the Big Red
Machine, the Reds teams that dominated baseball in the 1970s. This spacious bar and grille has a
blue-collar feel, much like the Reds team of the era. Brick and steel finishes, with an exposed ceiling,
set the tone. Additional features of the brewpub include a mini electronic scoreboard, views of the
playing field, mock foul poles, outside seats, the zamboni used at Cinergy Field and plenty of Reds
memorabilia. Dishes include everything from burgers to pizza to barbeque.
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The newly renovated FOX Sports Ohio Champions Club provides Reds fans with a new lounge with
a wide-open floor plan and upscale bar, while also paying tribute to Reds’ championship teams with
murals and other historical elements. Situated on the Club Level on the first-base side, the Champions
Club features an all-inclusive buffet with pastas, pizzas, subs, stir fry and all the traditional ballpark fare,
plus unlimited non-alcoholic beverages. A new outdoor bar with Club boxes and additional historical
displays highlights this new area. Access to the Champions Club is included with Club and Club Home
tickets, while Scout and Scout Box ticket holders can purchase access with an additional fee.
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FOX Sports Ohio Champions Club
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For guests who have purchased Diamond Seats, the exclusive Diamond Lounge, which is located
directly behind home plate under the field-level seating, is one of the main perks. This exclusive area
features beverage service and a gourmet buffet, as well as a window that looks directly into the tunnel
that leads from the Reds clubhouse to the dugout. Guests also receive in-seat food and beverage
service as part of their all-inclusive package.
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SEASON TICKETS
For information on Full-Season, Weeknight, Weekend or 20-Game ticket packages, call
the Reds Season Sales department at (513) 765-7500.
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Ticket Information
GROUP TICKETS
Preferred seating, a special scoreboard salute and VIP treatment are extended to groups
of 25 or more. Ask about our Special Group Events or one of our Party Areas. For details,
contact the Reds Group Sales department at (513) 765-7600.
PREMIUM TICKETS
For more information on tickets in any of our Premium Seating areas call the Reds
Premium Sales department at (513) 765-7210.
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TICKETS BY PHONE
In Cincinnati, (513) 381-REDS (7337).
For orders outside the Greater Cincinnati area, call toll free, (877) 647-REDS (7337)
TICKETS ONLINE
Tickets may also be purchased through the Reds Web site at reds.com.
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TICKETS IN PERSON
Purchase Reds tickets at *Great American Ball Park, and select Meijer locations.
* No Service Charge
CHILDREN’S TICKET POLICY
Children younger than three years of age who sit on an adult’s lap do not require a ticket
for admission.
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REDS’ GIFT CARDS
Reds gift cards are available in $10 and $15 denominations. For more information on
this gift idea, contact the Reds Ticket Office at (513) 765-7400.
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GAME-DAY PURCHASE
Purchase your tickets at Great American Ball Park. Advance ticket windows are located
in Crosley Terrace, outside of the main gate at Second Street and Joe Nuxhall Way.
Directions To Great American Ball Park
From I-75 southbound
Take the 2nd Street exit on the left toward Downtown/Riverfront. Stay on 2nd Street heading EAST.
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From I-71/I-75 northbound
Take the 2nd Street exit on your right after crossing the Brent Spence Bridge. Stay on 2nd Street
heading EAST.
From I-71 southbound
Take the 3rd Street exit on the left toward Downtown/Riverfront. Turn LEFT onto Walnut Street. Turn
LEFT onto 2nd Street.
From I-471 northbound
Take the 3rd Street exit on your right after crossing the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge. Take 3rd Street
to Walnut Street. Turn LEFT onto Walnut Street. Turn LEFT onto 2nd Street.
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From US 50 eastbound
Take the 2nd Street exit on the right toward Downtown/Riverfront. Stay on 2nd Street heading
EAST.
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From US 50 westbound (Columbia Parkway)
Take the 6th Street exit on the right. Turn LEFT onto Sycamore Street. Turn RIGHT onto 3rd Street.
Turn LEFT onto Walnut Street. Turn LEFT onto 2nd Street.
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2009 Schedule
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Schedule subject to change. GAME TIMES ARE EST.
In Memoriam
On November 21, 2008 longtime Reds and Major League Baseball official scorer Glenn Sample died at
age 77. “Since 1980, Glenn was a fixture in the press box at Reds games. He was a remarkable person
who touched all of our lives through his unwavering devotion to the Reds, the University of Cincinnati and
our city,” said the Reds in a statement. “We are privileged to have been such a large part of his life.” The
2009 season would have been Sample’s 30th as a Major League
Baseball official scorer. A University of Cincinnati icon, Sample’s
uniform jersey #1 was retired when he was inducted into that school’s
Hall of Fame after amassing a school record 391 victories in 21
seasons as the Bearcats’ head baseball coach (391-33-7). He led
UC to 4 appearances in the NCAA tournament and 2 Missouri Valley
Conference baseball titles while sending more than 50 players to
the professional ranks. Sample also served as Cincinnati’s wrestling
coach and assistant athletic director. In pre-game ceremonies on
Opening Day 2009, the Reds formally dedicated the Glenn Sample
Official Scorer’s Booth at Great American Ball Park.
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