The Cincinnati Reds have a long and storied history, having been one of the first professional baseball teams in America. Founded in 1881 as members of the American Association before joining the National League (NL) in 1890, they have since become an iconic part of MLB’s Central Division. After spending several decades playing in NL West division from 1969 to 1993, the Reds eventually settled back into their current home with NL Central where they remain today. With five World Series championship titles and two additional pennants under their belt, The Cincinnati Red are sure to inspire generations for years to come.
1. Johnny Bench
Catcher
Career
- 14× All-Star (1968–1980, 1983), 2× World Series champion (1975, 1976), 2× NL MVP (1970, 1972), World Series MVP (1976), NL Rookie of the Year (1968), 10× Gold Glove Award (1968–1977), 2× NL home run leader (1970, 1972), 3× NL RBI leader (1970, 1972, 1974), Cincinnati Reds No. 5 retired, Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame, Major League Baseball All-Century Team, Major League Baseball All-Time Team
Johnny Bench is one of the most accomplished catchers in MLB history, and his achievements on the field speak for themselves. He played in over 2,000 games and had an impressive batting average (.267), home run total (389) and RBI totals (1,376).
Johnny Bench was born on December 7, 1947 in Oklahoma City. Shortly after he was born his family moved to Texas where he started playing baseball at a very young age. After spending four seasons with the Cincinnati Reds organization, Bench reached stardom when he made his MLB debut with the team in 1967.
He quickly became one of their best players and helped lead them to back-to-back World Series championships in 1975 and 1976. In 1983, aged 34 years old, Johnny Bench announced.
His retirement from professional baseball following 13 seasons spent with nine different teams throughout both leagues - including two stints with the Cincinnati Reds once again.
Since retiring from professional baseball, bench has remained active by working as a broadcaster for Fox Sports Ohio alongside analyst Tim McCarver. The duo currently call Cleveland Indians games during broadcasts late nights/early mornings EST / PDT.
JohnnyBench will forever be remembered as an outstanding catcher who led his teams to some incredible successes on the field - whether it was during his time with Cincinnati or later down through Dallas, Pittsburgh, San Diego, St Louis, Philadelphia and Arizona.
His passion for this sport showed through every game that he played which is why he remains such an iconic figure within American League Baseball history.
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2. Joey Votto
First baseman
Career
- 6× All-Star (2010–2013, 2017, 2018), NL MVP (2010), NL Hank Aaron Award (2010), Gold Glove Award (2011)
Joey Votto is a first baseman for the Cincinnati Reds. He was drafted by the team in 2007 and has been an important part of their lineup ever since. In 2017, Joey Votto led all hitters with a .325 batting average.
Additionally, he finished second in RBIs with 119 and third in home runs with 36. A five-time All-Star, Joey Votto is one of the most respected players in baseball and has won numerous awards throughout his career including three MVP Awards (2010-2012).
Born on September 10th, 1983, Joey Votto is only 39 years old but already has several impressive accomplishments under his belt including being named to six All-Star teams and winning three MVP Awards (2010-2012). Joey Votto is a five-time All-Star and two-time NL MVP.
He has played for the Cincinnati Reds since 2007, and has led the league in hits twice (2010, 2013). In 2011, he won his first Gold Glove Award. Joey Votto's impressive statistics also include 2,093 hits, 342 home runs, 1106 RBIs and a batting average of .297 over his career to date.
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3. Pete Rose
Outfielder
Career
- 17× All-Star (1965, 1967–1971, 1973–1982, 1985), 3× World Series champion (1975, 1976, 1980), NL MVP (1973), World Series MVP (1975), NL Rookie of the Year (1963), 2× Gold Glove Award (1969, 1970), Silver Slugger Award (1981), Roberto Clemente Award (1976), 3× NL batting champion (1968, 1969, 1973), Cincinnati Reds No. 14 retired, Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame, Major League Baseball All-Century Team, , MLB records, , 4,256 career hits, 3,215 career singles, 3,562 career games played, 14,053 career at-bats, 15,890 career plate appearances
Pete Rose is best known for his playing career as an outfielder and infielder with the Cincinnati Reds. He was a three-time all-star, won two MVP Awards, and led the majors in hits four times.
In 1986, Pete Rose was banned from baseball after being found guilty of betting on games he played. After serving his ban, he returned to manage the Reds in 1990 but was fired after only one season.
In 2007, Pete Rose received a Congressional Gold Medal for his contributions to sports and society. Pete Rose currently lives in Florida where he spends his time working as a commentator for professional baseball games and doing charity work He was a great player and one of the most controversial figures in baseball.
He is also known for hitting home runs in consecutive games, which he achieved five times. After being banned from baseball, Rose started managing and led the Reds to three World Series championships.
In 1989, he was implicated in an illegal gambling ring and served a jail sentence before returning to manage again later that year.
4. Barry Larkin
Infielder
Career
- 12× All-Star (1988–1991, 1993–1997, 1999, 2000, 2004), World Series champion (1990), NL MVP (1995), 3× Gold Glove Award (1994–1996), 9× Silver Slugger Award (1988–1992, 1995, 1996, 1998, 1999), Roberto Clemente Award (1993), Cincinnati Reds No. 11 retired, Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Barry Larkin was a shortstop for the Cincinnati Reds from 1986-2004. He is a three-time All Star and won two Gold Gloves during his time with the team. In 2004, at age 37, Larkin retired due to persistent knee problems.
After retiring as a player, he served as an assistant hitting instructor for the Reds until 2008. In 2009, he became the manager of the independent Tri City ValleyCats and led them to their first championship in franchise history in 2011 before being dismissed after just one season due to poor results.
Since leaving baseball management, Larkin has been involved with several charitable organizations including working with Special Olympics Ohio and Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Barry currently resides in Cincinnati with his wife Robin and son Brody Barry Larkin was a Hall of Fame shortstop and one of the most consistent players in MLB history.
He won 12 All-Star games, three NL MVP Awards, nine Silver Slugger Awards, and two Roberto Clemente Awards.
In 1999 he became the first player in MLB history to win both Triple Crowns (MVP, batting title, & home run title) and led his team to its first World Series championship since 1990. Larkin retired from playing after the 2004 season with 3,060 hits over 18 seasons.
5. Joe Morgan
Infielder
Career
- 10× All-Star (1966, 1970, 1972–1979), 2× World Series champion (1975, 1976), 2× NL MVP (1975, 1976), 5× Gold Glove Award (1973–1977), Silver Slugger Award (1982), Cincinnati Reds No. 8 retired, Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame, Houston Astros Hall of Fame
Joe Morgan was one of the best second basemen in baseball history. He won five Gold Gloves, and finished with a .271 batting average over his 16-year career.
Joe Morgan made his MLB debut with the Houston Colt 45s in 1963, and spent most of his career with the Cincinnati Reds (1964-1984). In 1984, Morgan led off an inning against Oakland A's pitcher Rick Langford with a home run to win the game 7-6 in 14 innings.
It remains Cincinnati's only victory in an ALDS matchup against their divisional rivals since 1970. After retiring from baseball, Morgan began working as a color commentator for Fox Sports Midwest and served as radio analyst for Major League Baseball on TBS from 2006 to 2010.
On October 11th 2020, at 77 years old, Joe Morgan passed away after suffering a heart attack while playing golf near Danville California.
6. Frank Robinson
Outfielder
Career
- 14× All-Star (1956, 1957, 1959, 1959², 1961, 1961², 1962², 1965–1967, 1969–1971, 1974), 2× World Series champion (1966, 1970), NL MVP (1961), AL MVP (1966), World Series MVP (1966), Triple Crown (1966), NL Rookie of the Year (1956), Gold Glove Award (1958), AL Manager of the Year (1989), Cincinnati Reds No. 20 retired, Baltimore Orioles No. 20 retired, Cleveland Guardians No. 20 retired, Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame, Baltimore Orioles Hall of Fame, Cleveland Guardians Hall of Fame, Washington Nationals Ring of Honor
Robinson was one of the most successful and popular players in MLB history. He played for 17 seasons, winning three MVP Awards and a Gold Glove Award.
Robinson is best known for his exploits as an outfielder with the Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Indians, but he also managed several teams during his career.
Robinson died on February 7th, 2019 at the age of 83 after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Robinson was one of the most successful and iconic players in baseball history. He played for 17 seasons, accumulating 586 home runs and 1,812 RBIs along the way.
In 1956, Robinson became just the sixth player in MLB history to hit 40 home runs in a season. As a manager, he led Cleveland Indians to their first championship in 74 years when they defeated Boston Red Sox in the 1976 World Series.
After retiring as a player, Robinson served as bench coach for Baltimore Orioles (1988-1991) before becoming manager of the Montreal Expos until his firing after only two seasons at the helm due to poor performance on the field.
7. Tony Pérez
Career
- 7× All-Star (1967–1970, 1974–1976), 3× World Series champion (1975, 1976, 1990), Cincinnati Reds No. 24 retired, Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Tony Pérez was a professional baseball player who played for the Cincinnati Reds. He had a batting average of .279 and 2,732 hits in his career. Pérez also hit 379 home runs and 1,652 runs batted in during his playing days.
After retiring as a player, Pérez became the manager of several teams including the Reds and Baltimore Orioles. His record while managing was 74–84 with an overall win percentage of .468%. Tony Perez passed away on May 14th, 2018 at the age of 80 after battling cancer for many years.
Tony Perez was a big leaguer for the Cincinnati Reds from 1964-1976. He was an all-star in 1967, 1970 and 1974, as well as winning three world series championships with the Reds (1975, 1976, 1990). Perez later managed the Cincinnati Reds from 1993 to 2001 before becoming a coach for the Marlins in 2002.
In 2006 he became manager of Venezuela's national team and led them to their first World Baseball Classic title in 2013.
8. George Foster
Outfielder
Career
- 5× All-Star (1976–1979, 1981), 2× World Series champion (1975, 1976), NL MVP (1977), Silver Slugger Award (1981), 2× NL home run leader (1977, 1978), 3× NL RBI leader (1976–1978), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
George Foster was a left fielder who played in the Majors for over 20 years. He started his MLB career with the San Francisco Giants and finished it with the Chicago White Sox.
Foster had an average batting average of .274 throughout his career, but he is most remembered for hitting two home runs in one game - both off of Roger Maris - during the 1976 season.
After playing his final season in 1986, Foster retired from baseball and moved to Florida to be closer to family members. In December 2012, Foster announced that he has terminal cancer and will not play again due to health concerns related to radiation therapy treatments required as part of his treatment plan.
George Foster was a five-time All-Star and two-time World Series champion with the Cincinnati Reds.
He led the NL in home runs twice, and also ranked third in RBIs three times. In 1981, he won the Silver Slugger Award as best offensive player at his position. Foster was inducted into the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame in 1990.
9. Dave Concepción
Career
- 9× All-Star (1973, 1975–1982), 2× World Series champion (1975, 1976), 5× Gold Glove Award (1974–1977, 1979), 2× Silver Slugger Award (1981, 1982), Cincinnati Reds No. 13 retired, Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Concepción was a shortstop who played in the major leagues for over 20 years. He had a .267 batting average and 2,192 hits in his career. Concepción won five Gold Gloves as a fielder, which is an award given to the best defensive player at that position in baseball.
Concepción also played with teams such as the Reds, Astros and Mets during his time in the majors. In 1988, Concepción retired from professional baseball after playing with the Cincinnati Reds for 13 seasons.
After retirement, Concepció continued to play minor league baseball until he was 42 years old; this allowed him to finish sixth all-time on Venezuela's list of home run leaders (with 131).
Dave Concepcion passed away on January 14, 2017 at age 74 after battling cancer for several years Concepción was a highly-rated prospect when the Reds drafted him in 1970. Concepción made his major league debut with Cincinnati in 1974 and quickly established himself as one of the best outfielders in the game.
In addition to being an All-Star and World Series champion, Concepción won numerous awards including five Gold Glove Awards and two Silver Slugger Awards.
After spending 18 seasons with Cincinnati, Concepción was traded to Atlanta during the 1988 season where he finished out his career.
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10. Luis Castillo
Pitcher
Career
- 2× All-Star (2019, 2022)
Luis Castillo made his MLB debut with the Seattle Mariners in 2018. A right-handed pitcher, Castillo has spent most of his career pitching for the Cincinnati Reds and Milwaukee Brewers.
Luis Castillo is a veteran player who has pitched in over 200 games in the MLB. Castillo's best season statistically came in 2017 when he posted a 3.98 ERA as a member of the Milwaukee Brewers.
Injuries have been an issue for Luis Castillo throughout his career, limiting him to just 58 appearances since making his MLB debut in 2018 Castillo is a talented pitcher who has had success in the majors.
Castillo has been very consistent throughout his career, which is something that teams value in pitchers. Castillo also throws a lot of strikes and can shut down opposing hitters. He is not afraid to attack batters with fastballs and changeups, two pitches he trusts heavily in his arsenal.
As long as Castillo continues to pitch at a high level, he will be able to continue playing in the majors for many years to come.
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11. Bucky Walters
Pitcher
Career
- 6× All-Star (1937, 1939–1942, 1944), World Series champion (1940), NL MVP (1939), Triple Crown (1939), 3× NL wins leader (1939, 1940, 1944), 2× MLB ERA leader (1939, 1940), NL strikeout leader (1939), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Bucky Walters was a pitcher, third baseman and manager in the Major Leagues. He made his MLB debut with the Boston Braves in 1931 and played for them until 1950.
Walters won 198 games during his career, while losing 160 of them. His earned run average was 3.30 and he struck out 1,107 batters in total.
After playing baseball professionally for over thirty years, Bucky Walters retired from active duty at the age of 70 years old in 1970 to manage several teams including the Philadelphia Phillies (1971-1972), Pittsburgh Pirates (1973) and Atlanta Braves (1974-1978).
The 81-year-old passed away on April 20th 1991 after a long illness sustained during his final season as manager of the Atlanta Braves Walters was a six-time all-star and won the MVP Award in 1939.
Walters played for the Boston Braves (1931–1932), Boston Red Sox (1933–1934), Philadelphia Phillies (1934–1938) and Cincinnati Reds ( 1938-1950). In 1930, he led the National League with 27 home runs while also batting .326/.402/.551.
He is best known for his time as manager of the Cincinnati Reds, where he led them to two World Series championships in 1948 and 1949.
12. Ted Kluszewski
Career
- 4× All-Star (1953–1956), 2× World Series champion (1975, 1976), NL home run leader (1954), NL RBI leader (1954), Cincinnati Reds No. 18 retired, Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Ted Kluszewski was a first baseman and outfielder who played in the MLB for over 20 years. He had an impressive batting average, home runs, and RBI totals throughout his career.
Ted Kluszewski is most remembered for his time with the Cincinnati Reds, where he was a key player on several championship teams. He later spent time with the Los Angeles Angels before retiring from baseball in 1961.
Ted Kluszewski passed away in 1988 at the age of 63 after a long illness. Kluszewski was an all-star player with the Cincinnati Reds from 1953 to 1956 and helped lead the team to two World Series championships.
Kluszewski coached the Cincinnati Reds for parts of three seasons, including winning a championship in 1976.
13. Ernie Lombardi
Catcher
Career
- 8× All-Star (1936–1940, 1942, 1943, 1945), World Series champion (1940), NL MVP (1938), 2× NL batting champion (1938, 1942), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Ernie Lombardi was a catcher for the Brooklyn Robins and New York Giants in MLB. He batted right and threw right-handed. In 1931, he made his debut with the Robins and finished his career with the Giants in 1947.
His batting average was .306 and he hit 190 home runs in 990 games played. Lombardi is most famous for leading the Giants to their first World Series championship in 1954, which they won over Cleveland Indians in seven games.
After retiring as a player, Lombardi served as manager of both teams (the Giants from 1957 to 1960; Oakland Athletics from 1966 to 1972).
Ernie Lombardi died on September 26th, 1977 at age 69 after suffering a heart attack while playing golf at Pebble Beach Golf Links near Santa Cruz Ernie Lombardi was an incredibly successful manager, winning 8 All-Star games and two World Series championships.
He is also a member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame, being inducted in 1986. Lombardi's legendary "sweep" move to bring his teams back from down 3–0 in the 1954 World Series is still remembered as one of baseball's greatest moments.
14. Jonathan India
Infielder
Career
- NL Rookie of the Year (2021)
Jonathan India is 26 years old and was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He played college baseball at Miami (OH) and debuted with the Cincinnati Reds in 2021.
As an infielder, he has a .288 batting average with six home runs and 36 RBIs in 185 career games.
Jonathan also throws right-handed and has recorded a 3-0 record with one save as a reliever for the Reds over two seasons of play thus far.
India is a .260 batting average hitter with 31 home runs and 110 RBIs in just four seasons with the Reds. He was selected to his first All-Star Game in 2021, and won NL Rookie of the Year that year. In 2026, he led all National League hitters in walks (108) and hit for power (.319/.433/.621).
India finished second in MVP voting behind Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Manny Machado that season. He agreed to a five-year contract extension with Cincinnati on July 11th, 2029 worth $130 million ($20M per season).
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15. Eugenio Suárez
Third baseman
Career
- All-Star (2018)
Eugenio Suárez was born in Puerto Ordaz, Bolívar, Venezuela on July 18th 1991. He began his professional career with the Detroit Tigers in 2014 and has since played for the Cincinnati Reds, Seattle Mariners and Atlanta Braves.
His batting average is .290 with 19 home runs and 57 RBIs in 496 games played across all levels of baseball. Eugenio Suárez's passion for playing baseball came from watching his father play professionally when he was just a young boy.
Eugenio is an excellent defender at both third base and shortstop which helps him contribute to his team offensively as well as defensively In 2017.
Eugenio won an Olympic gold medal with Team Venezuela after helping them to a stunning victory over Japan in the final game of the tournament Eugenio Suárez is a Venezuelan-born professional baseball player who has played for the Detroit Tigers (2014), Cincinnati Reds (2015–2021), and Seattle Mariners (2022–present).
In 2018, Eugenio Suárez was named to his first All-Star game. The left-handed hitter has had success in both the Majors and minors, amassing a .276 batting average with 224 home runs and 634 RBIs in 1,879 career games.
Eugenio Suárez originally signed with the Cleveland Indians as an amateur free agent in 2006 before being traded to the Tampa Bay Rays two years later.
He made his debut with the Venezuela national team at age 18 during their run to victory at the 2007 World Baseball Classic tournament.
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16. Edd Roush
Career
- World Series champion (1919), 2× NL batting champion (1917, 1919), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Edd Roush was a center fielder and hit over 2,000 hits in his MLB career. He played for the Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, and Baltimore Orioles. Edd began his playing career with the White Sox and was traded to the Reds in 1931 where he finished up his playing days.
In 1941 he became manager of the Lancaster Red Roses of the Atlantic League which is notable because it was during World War II when most baseball players were serving in the military.
After retiring as a player he remained active within baseball by serving as an unofficial advisor to teams both before and after games throughout his retirement years until 1988 when he passed away at 94 years old from natural causes Edd Roush was an all-around player who excelled at both hitting and fielding.
He won two batting titles with the Reds, and also made several key defensive plays in the field. After playing for Cincinnati from 1931 to 1936, he joined the White Sox before retiring as a Hall of Fame member after winning another World Series championship in 1948.
17. Ken Griffey Jr.
Career
- 13× All-Star (1990–2000, 2004, 2007), AL MVP (1997), 10× Gold Glove Award (1990–1999), 7× Silver Slugger Award (1991, 1993, 1994, 1996–1999), NL Comeback Player of the Year (2005), 4× AL home run leader (1994, 1997–1999), AL RBI leader (1997), Seattle Mariners No. 24 retired, Seattle Mariners Hall of Fame, Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame, Major League Baseball All-Century Team
Ken Griffey Jr. is a three-time MVP and one of the most accomplished players in MLB history. He was drafted by the Seattle Mariners in 1989 and spent his entire career with them, becoming a fan favorite along the way.
His 630 home runs are second all time behind only Barry Bonds and he won multiple batting titles as well. After spending several years out of baseball due to injuries, Ken Griffey Jr.'s final season was marked by retirement ceremonies and an induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2010.
Ken Griffey Jr. is one of the most successful baseball players of all time, with 13 All-Star appearances and 10 Gold Glove Awards to his name.
Ken Griffey Jr.'s standout MLB career was marked by incredible home run totals (4 in total) and unmatched RBI prowess (735). After a tumultuous stint with the Cincinnati Reds, Ken Griffey Jr.
rejoined Seattle Mariners where he still holds many records today – including leading the league in home runs four times. A two-time MVP winner, Ken Griffey Jr.'s accomplishments on and off the field are unrivaled and will be remembered for years to come.
18. Jay Bruce
Outfielder
Career
- 3× All-Star (2011, 2012, 2016), 2× Silver Slugger Award (2012, 2013)
Jay Bruce is a right fielder for the New York Yankees. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in 2005 and made his MLB debut with them that year. In 2008, he was traded to the Yankees and has been with them ever since.
His best season came in 2018 when he hit 27 home runs and drove in 93 RBIs en route to winning an AL MVP award. The following year saw him struggle mightily, only hitting 14 home runs while driving in 47 RBIs over 238 at bats.
Despite this down season, Jay Bruce is still regarded as one of the premier players on either team he’s played for throughout his career so far- something that’s sure to please Yankee fans given their recent struggles. Jay Bruce is a talented and proven hitter.
He has compiled impressive stats throughout his career, hitting for average and power. Bruce played for three different teams in the MLB, including the Cincinnati Reds (2008-2016), New York Mets (2016-2017) and Cleveland Indians (2017).
In 2018, he signed with the Seattle Mariners and helped them win their first championship in franchise history. As of 2020, Jay will play for the Philadelphia Phillies before joining the Yankees in 2021.
19. Vada Pinson
Career
- 4× All-Star (1959–1960²), Gold Glove Award (1961), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Vada Pinson had a long baseball career, playing for 14 seasons. He was mainly an outfielder but also played shortstop and second base. Vada Pinson was one of the most consistent players in the league throughout his career, batting over .300 seven times and hitting over 30 home runs twice.
His best season came in 1969 when he hit 36 home runs and led the American League in RBIs with 129. After his retirement from professional baseball, Vada worked as a television commentator for games on MLB Network until his death in 1995 at the age of 57 years old due to cancer Vada Pinson is a three-time Gold Glove Award winner and four-time All-Star.
Vada started his MLB career with the Cincinnati Reds in 1958 before playing for the St. Louis Cardinals from 1969 to 1975. After leaving MLB, Vada played in Japan and Korea for several years before retiring in 1981. Vada passed away at the age of 73 on February 10th, 2017 after a long battle with cancer.
20. Brandon Phillips
Second baseman
Career
- 3× All-Star (2010, 2011, 2013), 4× Gold Glove Award (2008, 2010, 2011, 2013), Silver Slugger Award (2011)
Brandon Phillips was born in Raleigh, North Carolina on June 28th 1981. Brandon made his MLB debut for the Cleveland Indians in 2002 and played for them until 2018.
In between stints with the Indians and Red Sox, Phillips also played for the Tampa Bay Rays, Cincinnati Reds, Atlanta Braves, St Louis Cardinals and Los Angeles Dodgers.
He is a two-time All Star (2008 & 2010), Silver Slugger Award winner (2007) and has won three Gold Glove Awards (2003 - 2004; 2006).
Brandon retired from baseball after playing his final game for the Boston Red Sox on September 30th 2018 at the age of 41 years old Brandon Phillips is a three-time All-Star, 4× Gold Glove Award winner, and Silver Slugger Award recipient.
Brandon was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in 2002 and played for them until 2005. He then signed with the Cincinnati Reds where he spent 6 seasons before joining the Atlanta Braves in 2017. In 2018, Phillips joined the Boston Red Sox as their new shortstop/second baseman fielder.
21. Heinie Groh
Career
- 2× World Series champion (1919, 1922), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Heinie Groh played third base for the New York Giants from 1912 to 1927. He was a three-time All-Star and led the NL in runs scored twice. Heinie Groh also managed several teams, most notably the Cincinnati Reds (1941–1945) and Cleveland Indians (1950).
Heinie Groh died in 1968 at age 78 after a lengthy illness. Heinie Groh was a catcher for the New York Giants and Cincinnati Reds during his playing career. He won two World Series championships as a player with the Giants in 1919 and 1922. After retiring from baseball, Groh became a manager with the Reds.
He led them to two more championship games, but they were never successful in winning another title. Heinie Groh is now considered one of the most accomplished catchers in history.
22. Eppa Rixey
Career
- NL wins leader (1922), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Eppa Rixey was born in Culpeper, Virginia on May 3rd, 1891. He made his MLB debut for the Philadelphia Phillies in 1912 and played for them until 1933. In 1922 he led the National League with a 1.92 ERA and won the MVP Award that year.
After retiring from baseball, Rixey worked as a sportswriter and served as president of the Baseball Writers' Association of America from 1951 to 1952.
Eppa passed away on February 28th, 1963 at the age of 71 after a long battle with cancer Eppa Rixey was a pitcher in the early days of baseball.
He played for three different teams over the course of his career, and is mostly remembered for leading the NL in wins twice. Eppa also had a reputation as one of the best strikeout pitchers of his era, and finished with 1,350 total strikeouts during his career.
After retiring from playing ball, Eppa worked as a coach for several years before passing away in 1963 at the age of 73 years old.
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23. José Rijo
Career
- All-Star (1994), World Series champion (1990), World Series MVP (1990), NL strikeout leader (1993), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
José Rijo is a former MLB pitcher. 2. He made his debut with the New York Yankees in 1984 and last played for the Cincinnati Reds in 2002. Rijo was known for his wild pitches and had a career ERA of 4.37.
After retiring from baseball, he started a new career as a television commentator and reporter in Spain José Rijo was a talented pitcher in his day, winning 116 games over the course of his career. José Rijo played for three different teams over the course of his career and won two World Series championships with the Cincinnati Reds.
José Rijo is also remembered as one of baseball's best strikeout pitchers, recording 1,606 strikeouts during his playing days. José Rijo retired from professional baseball following the 1995 season and now spends time managing various teams around the world.
24. Dolf Luque
Career
- 2× World Series champion (1919, 1933), MLB wins leader (1923), 2× MLB ERA leader (1923, 1925), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Dolf Luque was a pitcher who played in MLB for the Boston Braves and New York Giants. He had a 194-179 win-loss record, 3.24 earned run average, and threw right-handed.
Dolf Luque was born on August 4, 1890 in Havana, Cuba to Spanish immigrants. After playing minor league baseball before making his MLB debut with the Braves in 1914, he spent most of his career with the Giants (1914–35).
In 1935 he became embroiled in one of the biggest scandals in baseball history when it was revealed that he had been using an illegal performance enhancing substance called "bromide". This cost him his job and led to him being banned from baseball for life shortly thereafter.
After retiring from professional ball Dolf Luque settled down in Havana where he died on July 3 1957 at age 66 after suffering a heart attack while out swimming.
25. Noodles Hahn
Career
- 3× NL strikeout leader (1899–1901), Pitched a no-hitter on July 12, 1900, Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Noodles Hahn was an MLB pitcher from 1899 to 1960. He played for the Cincinnati Reds and also had a stint with the Philadelphia Phillies. In his career, Hahn compiled a record of 234-191 in 2,023 innings pitched.
He was known for his strong pitching arm and earned several nicknames throughout his career such as "The Rifleman" and "Noodle Arm". After retiring from baseball, Hahn settled down in Candler, North Carolina where he continued to work as a mechanic until his death in 1960 at 80 years old.
Noodles Hahn was a pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds from 1899-1905. He is best known for pitching a no-hitter on July 12, 1900. Noodles also had success in other areas of the game, including leading the NL in strikeouts three times and finishing second twice more.
After playing his last season with New York, he retired at the age of 33 and opened a restaurant called "Hahn's" in Brooklyn Heights, which soon became popular among baseball fans across New York City.
26. Bid McPhee
Career
- AA home run leader (1886), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Bid McPhee was a talented second baseman who played in Major League Baseball for over 20 years. He began his career with the Cincinnati Red Stockings and was later traded to the Cincinnati Reds.
His MLB statistics include a batting average of .272 and 2,258 hits in 1882-1899. Bid McPehe died at 83 years old after spending many years living in San Diego, California. Bid McPhee was one of the most prolific hitters in baseball history.
He hit for power and average, compiling a .389 winning percentage in his career. Bid played for five different teams during his 14-year career - including two stints with the Reds. His best years came as a member of Cincinnati's Red Stockings/Reds team from 1882 to 1899.
Bid retired after playing one final season with the Boston Americans in 1900. After retiring from baseball, Bid became an executive with several other businesses before passing away at age 72 in 1952.
27. Eric Davis
Career
- 2× All-Star (1987, 1989), World Series champion (1990), 3× Gold Glove Award (1987–1989), 2× Silver Slugger Award (1987, 1989), Roberto Clemente Award (1997), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Eric Davis was a successful outfielder in the MLB for many years, playing for Cincinnati Reds and San Francisco Giants. He had an average batting average and home run total throughout his career, but what made him really stand out were his runs batted in totals.
Eric Davis retired from professional baseball after the 2001 season, having played 18 seasons in the majors. Eric Davis was one of the most successful hitters in Cincinnati Reds history. He won two World Series championships and three Gold Glove Awards.
Eric Davis also had a very productive career with Los Angeles Dodgers, Detroit Tigers and Cincinnati Reds.
He was known for his powerful hitting abilities as well as his defensive skills at first base. Eric Davis is currently a member of the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame, where he will be inducted in 2020.
28. Kyle Farmer
Catcher
Kyle Farmer has been a consistent shortstop for the Minnesota Twins over the past few seasons. He is considered to be an average defender with good bat speed and plate discipline.
The Atlanta, Georgia native was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2010 but never made it to their big league club. In 2014 he signed with the Twins and has since been a valuable part of their rotation at shortstop.
Kyle Farmer stands 6'1" tall and weighs 195 pounds which gives him decent muscle mass and endurance on defense as well as power when batting from the right side of the plate.
His father, Donnie, played baseball at Vanderbilt University where he won two national championships while playing alongside his son later in his career; Kyle also attended Vanderbilt during his time there before being drafted by LA Dodger scouts.
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29. Johnny Cueto
Pitcher
Career
- 2× All-Star (2014, 2016), World Series champion (2015), NL strikeout leader (2014)
Johnny Cueto is a free agent and will likely be looking for a new team in 2016. He has had success in the majors, but may not have found his true calling yet.
Johnny Cueto was born in 1986 and is 36 years old. Johnny Cueto is a dominant pitcher who has won two World Series championships with the Kansas City Royals. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in 2008 and spent eight seasons there before being traded to the San Francisco Giants in 2015.
In 2016, he led the NL with 1,812 strikeouts and helped win the championship for San Francisco that season. Johnny Cueto will be playing for Chicago White Sox from 2022 onwards.
30. Zack Cozart
Infielder
Career
- All-Star (2017)
Zack Cozart is a shortstop who has played for the Cincinnati Reds and Los Angeles Angels. He was drafted by the Reds in the first round of the 2008 MLB Draft and made his MLB debut in 2011.
In 2019, he announced that he would be retiring from baseball at the end of the season. His batting average is .247 over 571 career games, with 24 home runs and 85 RBIs to his name.
He will be remembered as one of America's best shortstops, having won three Gold Gloves (2011-2013) and two Silver Sluggers (2012-2013).
As well as being a very good defensive player, he also proved to be an excellent hitter throughout his career - especially during his prime years between 2012-2015 where he averaged around .285/.340/.465 with 36 HRs and 135 RBIs respectively.
Zack Cozart had a great relationship both on and off field with superstar teammate Joe Mauer; they formed what was known as "The Killer B's" together in Minnesota Twins uniform before eventually moving on to their respective teams after spending 2015 together in LAA.
31. Bronson Arroyo
Pitcher
Career
- All-Star (2006), World Series champion (2004), Gold Glove Award (2010)
Arroyo is a veteran pitcher who has spent his entire career with the Cincinnati Reds. He made his MLB debut in 2000 and has been a consistent performer for the team since then.
Arroyo's best years came during the 2010s, when he was one of the most reliable pitchers in baseball. He finished third in voting for NL Cy Young Award that year, and also led the league in innings pitched that season.
However, Arroyo's performance declined sharply after that point and he was released by the Reds at the end of 2017. It remains to be seen whether he will find another club to play for next season or retire from professional baseball altogether.
Arroyo is known as an effective groundball pitcher, which can make him difficult to hit even if opponents manage to get past his defenses early on in games.
32. Brandon Drury
Infielder
Career
- Silver Slugger Award (2022)
Brandon Drury is a right-handed hitter and thrower who was signed by the Arizona Diamondbacks as an amateur free agent in September of 2015. He made his MLB debut with the Diamondbacks on September 1st, 2015, going 0 for 2 with a walk.
In 2017, he played with the Padres and Angels before being traded to the Yankees in December of that year. In 2018, he played most of the season with the Yankees before being traded to Colorado at midseason where he finished out the year.
Brandon has spent parts of five seasons in MLB but is still relatively new to playing consistently at this level; looking forward to see what else he can do. Drury is a powerful hitter who has averaged over 25 home runs and 100 RBI per season in his 2 MLB seasons.
He was drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 3rd round of the 2015 draft and quickly became an important part of their lineup, batting .252 with 79 homers and 277 RBIs in 478 games played.
Drury signed with the Yankees as a free agent prior to the 2018 season and enjoyed great success, winning both MVP and Silver Slugger Awards along the way.
In 2020, he was traded to Toronto where he continued to be one of their most consistent hitters, averaging 28 home runs per season over two years before being traded back to New York for 2021-22 seasons.
After signing with Cincinnati for 2022-23 seasons, Drury will finish his career playing for San Diego Padres before retiring at age 34 having hit over 200 homeruns during his time in Major League Baseball.
33. Jim Maloney
Career
- All-Star (1965), Pitched two no-hitters (1965, 1969), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Maloney enjoyed a successful MLB career, pitching for the Cincinnati Reds and California Angels. Maloney was originally drafted by the Boston Red Sox but did not sign with them.
He then went to play in Japan before signing with the Reds in 1960. Maloney is best known for his role as a relief pitcher during his time in the MLB, often coming into games in high-pressure situations to help secure victories.
After playing professionally for over 20 years, Maloney retired from baseball in 1971 at age 36 due to arm problems stemming from throwing too much on off days.
While still playing regular-season ball each year after his retirement from college football at Notre Dame where he played quarterback and linebacker under legendary coach Frank Leahy Since retiring from professional baseball.
Maloney has remained active both on and off of the field; most notably serving as chairman of The Jim Maloney Foundation which helps children battling cancer or disabilities receive quality care and treatment.
34. Hunter Greene
Pitcher
Greene was born in Los Angeles, California in 1999. He attended the prestigious Santa Monica High School and played for their baseball team from 2014 to 2017.
In 2018, Greene enrolled at the University of Kentucky where he played college baseball for the Wildcats' team as a pitcher and outfielder during his freshman year.
After one season with Kentucky, Greene was drafted by the Reds in the first round (No 21) of the 2019 MLB Draft. The Reds assigned Greene to their rookie league affiliate.
Dayton Dragons, where he had a 3-1 record with a 2.25 ERA before being promoted to Louisville Bats of AAA on July 14th .
Hunter Greene made his MLB debut on April 10th against Milwaukee Brewers and pitched 4 innings allowing 1 earned run while striking out 2 batters while walking none which led Cincinnati Reds win 5-1.
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35. Tyler Naquin
Outfielder
Tyler Naquin is a 31-year-old outfielder who has spent the past four seasons with the Cleveland Indians. He was drafted by the Indians in 2010, and made his major league debut in 2014.
In total, he's played 163 games in MLB, batting .247 with 10 home runs and 49 RBIs. Naquin was transferred to the Mets at the trade deadline last year, but failed to make an impact on their playoff run.
He'll be looking for a new team this offseason as free agency begins at midnight ET on Monday night.. Tyler Naquin debuted with the Cleveland Indians in 2016. He had a productive rookie season, batting .264 with 61 home runs and 237 RBIs.
In 2020, he was traded to the Cincinnati Reds and had another successful year, hitting .304 with 22 home runs and 95 RBIs. From 2021-22 he played for the New York Mets where he hit just .176 with no home runs or RBIs in 54 games played.
36. Nick Senzel
Outfielder
Nick Senzel is a talented center fielder for the Cincinnati Reds. He was drafted by the Reds in the first round of the 2016 MLB Draft and has since made an impact on their roster.
In 2019, he finished fifth in National League MVP voting and led the league with 39 home runs during the regular season.
His impressive stats have continued into postseason play, where he has hit .333 with two home runs and three RBIs so far in six games played. Nick Senzel is a hard-hitting player who can contribute offensively both at bat and on defense, making him an important part of any team’s lineup or rotation.
Nick Senzel was drafted in the first round of the 2019 MLB Draft by the Cincinnati Reds. Nick Senzel is a talented outfielder and has high potential as he continues to develop his skills in the game.
Nick Senzel has already had success at the minor league level and is looking forward to continue making an impact for Cincinnati in upcoming seasons.
Nick Senzel will need to work on his batting average, home runs, and RBIs if he wants to make an impact on the big stage but overall he is a very exciting player to watch progress through baseball's developmental stages.
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37. Homer Bailey
Pitcher
Career
- Pitched two no-hitters (2012, 2013)
Homer Bailey is a right-handed pitcher who has been with the Cincinnati Reds since 2007. He was drafted in the second round of the 2006 MLB draft and made his debut that year.
Injuries have plagued Bailey over the past few seasons, but he remains one of Cincinnati's most promising pitchers. After starting off strong in 2017, Bailey went on to suffer several injuries which kept him out for much of the season.
Despite these setbacks, Bailey still managed to post an impressive 3.43 ERA and 1.188 WHIP over 212 innings pitched in 2018 - ranking third among all Reds starters behind only Johnny Cueto (1st) and Raisel Iglesias (2nd).
With continued health, there's no doubt that Bailey can be one of baseball's top pitchers for years to come - if he can stay healthy.
Homer Bailey was born on September 22, 1990 in Dayton, Ohio. He attended Alabama State University where he played college baseball for the Hornets.
After signing with the Cincinnati Reds as an undrafted free agent in 2007, Bailey made his Major League debut that year and became a regular starter over the next four seasons.
In 2012, Bailey went 24-8 with a 2.93 ERA and led the Reds to their first postseason appearance since 1995; they were eliminated in the Division Series by St Louis Cardinals.
From 2013 to 2018, Bailey pitched for Kansas City Royals before being traded to Oakland Athletics at the Trade Deadline of 2019; he finished his career with Minnesota Twins after that season.
38. Mat Latos
Pitcher
Latos was originally drafted by the Padres in the second round of the 2009 MLB Draft. Latos signed with San Diego and made his MLB debut later that year.
He pitched for them until 2016, when he was traded to Chicago. Injuries hampered Latos's early career, but since 2013 he has been a reliable starter for several teams.
Latos is married and has two children; he also enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and biking.[1] Mat Latos is a veteran pitcher who has played in the majors for nine seasons.
He has had some success, posting a 71-59 record with an earned run average of 3.64 and 1,011 strikeouts. Latos was traded to the Dodgers in 2015 and spent two years there before being dealt to the Angels this offseason.
He is expected to start for Toronto on Opening Day against Detroit.
39. Tyler Stephenson
Catcher
Stephenson was drafted in the second round of the 2016 MLB Draft by the Cincinnati Reds. Stephenson made his professional debut with the Daytona Tortugas in 2017, hitting .269/.349/.489 with five home runs and 24 RBIs over 54 games.
Stephenson played for both Rookie-level Appalachian League affiliates (Bakersfield Blaze and Dayton Dragons) in 2018, batting a combined .318/.385/.574 with 13 home runs and 68 RBIs between them.
In 2019, Stephenson split time between Double-A Pensacola Bay Beaches and Triple-A Louisville Bats, posting slash lines of .267/.348/.481 with 10 home runs and 49 RBIs apiece.
Stephenson made his Major League Baseball debut on July 7th against the Washington Nationals, going 0 for 4 with two strikeouts as a pinch hitter. Tyler Stephenson made his MLB debut with the Cincinnati Reds in 2020.
He has a batting average of .296 and 18 home runs in 116 games played so far. Tyler is an excellent fielder, having recorded 86 RBIs on the season thus far.
The young outfielder is only 22 years old, making him one of the youngest players currently playing in Major League Baseball.
40. Todd Frazier
Infielder
Career
- 2× All-Star (2014, 2015)
Todd Frazier is a third baseman who has played in the MLB for six seasons, most notably with the Cincinnati Reds. In 2016, he had a batting average of .241 and hit 218 home runs.
He was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2021 and will likely end his career there. Todd Frazier is highly respected by his peers and has won several awards throughout his career, including two Gold Gloves as well as MVP honors in 2015 with the Reds.
His passion for baseball is evident through both on-field performances and off-the-field contributions to charity work - which includes being an ambassador for Special Olympics Ohio since 2014 Todd Frazier is a three-time All-Star and two-time Gold Glover Award recipient.
Todd Frazier was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in 2006, and he has spent his entire professional career with them. In 2011, Todd led the Reds to their first playoff appearance since 1990, but they were eliminated in the Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers.
After again leading Cincinnati to postseason contention in 2013, this time reaching the National League Championship Series (NLCS), Frazier signed an extension with the team that year worth $15 million over five years.
The following season saw him slugging .352 for Cincinnati as they narrowly missed out on another playoffs berth after losing 3–1 to St Louis Cardinals in NLCS glory game 7; however it would be his final campaign as a Redbird due to free agency at seasons end.
In 2015Todd signed with Chicago White Sox where he won American League Rookie of Year honours while also appearing in 2× all star games before being traded back to New York Yankees prior tot eh 2019 season – whereupon winning AL MVP award.
Todd's stats are astounding considering how long heve been playing professionally: 6x All Star (2013/2015/2018), 4x Platinum Glove Winner (2011/2012/2014/, 2018) , 2017 AL MVP.
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41. Mike Moustakas
Infielder
Career
- 3× All-Star (2015, 2017, 2019), World Series champion (2015), AL Comeback Player of the Year (2017)
Mike Moustakas is a left-handed infielder who has played for the Kansas City Royals since 2011. He had an impressive rookie season, batting .259 with 20 home runs and 85 RBIs.
In 2012, he improved his stats to .271 with 27 homers and 95 RBIs. The following year he hit .306 with 33 homers and 114 RBIs en route to being named American League MVP runner-up behind Detroit Tigers slugger Miguel Cabrera.
Moustakas struggled in 2014 due to injuries but rebounded nicely in 2015 by hitting 37 homers while driving in 112 runs - earning him another MVP nomination as well as a Silver Slugger award from MLB Network reporter Jessica Mendoza (who was also widely praised on social media).
In 2016, Mike Moustakas set career highs in both homeruns (39) and hits (160), while also playing excellent defense at second base. However due to continued injury woes he only managed 9 HR's and 50 RBI's through 161 games of the regular season; finishing 2nd among AL 2Bers in WAR lost (-8).
Despite this down year which saw him post a slash line of/.269/.341 over 105 games played, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman wisely signed Mike Moustakas to a 3yr/$33M contract extension before Spring Training even started; marking the beginning of what hopefully will be many more productive years ahead for one of baseball’s truly unique players.
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42. Amir Garrett
Pitcher
Amir Garrett is a 30-year old pitcher with the Kansas City Royals who was drafted in the 2nd round of the 2011 MLB Draft. He has played in parts of six seasons, making 97 appearances (63 starts) and posting a record of 36-57 with an ERA of 4.30.
In 2018 he had his best season yet, going 10-10 with 3.93 ERA in 32 games started for Kansas City before being traded to Omaha Storm Chasers where he made 12 more starts, posting a 6-3 record and 1.92 ERA . Amir Garrett lives in Victorville, California with wife Andrea and two young children.
Amir Garrett throws left handed but bats righthanded . Amir Garrett made his MLB debut with the Cincinnati Reds in 2017. Amir Garrett is a right-handed pitcher and he has a win–loss record of 13–18.
Amir Garrett has an earned run average of 5.08 and 348 strikeouts in 498 innings pitched across 18 games played for the Reds and Royals respectively.
Amir Garrett was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the first round (29th overall) of the 2015 MLB Draft, but did not sign with them until after spending two seasons at Indiana University.
Where he compiled a 3rd place finish in The Big Ten Conference's Freshman Pitcher of Year Award in 2014 as well as being named to Baseball America's Collegiate Preseason All-American First Team that year before signing with KU.
After starring for both teams during spring training last season, Amir Garrett made three relief appearances for KC down the stretch including one appearance on September 26 against Pittsburgh which resulted in him recording his first career save while giving up only 2 hits over 1 inning pitched).
On December 8th against Miami Marlins, Amir Garrett became just second rookie pitcher since 1970 to throw 7 scoreless innings or more while allowing no more than 2 hits – joining CC Sabathia who accomplished this feat back on May 15th 2007 vs Texas Rangers (both pitchers threw 7 IP without issuing any walks or HRs).
Garrett also struck out 10 batters over those 7 shutout frames He remained undefeated through 9 starts thru April 20 prior to suffering his lone loss of 2018 thus far on April 16th at Detroit Tigers pitching 6+ hit ball into 8 outs recorded.
However it should be noted that despite bouncing back from that defeat by going 0-1 w/a 5 ER ERA & 11 SO allowed over next THREE starts the bullpen failed him yet again as they blew leads late).
Leading directly to another trade deadline acquisition: Raisel Iglesias (@CIN RHP)9 In 24 combined relief appearances between CIN & CLE organizations thru Aug 23rd posted an ERA under 3 each time out earning himself outright SHO opp'd BOS today.
43. Tyler Mahle
Pitcher
Tyler Mahle was drafted by the Minnesota Twins in the first round of the 2014 amateur draft. He began his professional career with Short Season-A Connecticut and made 12 starts, going 4-3 with a 3.12 ERA.
In 2015 he played for Low A Fort Myers and went 8-4 with a 2.99 ERA in 19 starts, earning Florida State League Pitcher of the Year honors as well as being named to both Baseball America's Top 100 Prospects list and MLB Pipeline's top 30 prospects overall (26th).
The 2016 season saw him start all 150 games for High A Tampa, posting an impressive record of 135-44 with a 3.10 ERA while leading league hitters in strikeouts (247) and innings pitched (269).
Mahle missed most of 2017 due to Tommy John surgery but is back healthy this year and has started six games for Triple-A Rochester, going 1-1 with a 4.50 ERA before being recalled to Minnesota on September 10th.
44. Paul Derringer
Career
- 6× All-Star (1935, 1938–1942), 2× World Series champion (1931, 1940), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Derringer was a highly successful pitcher in the MLB, winning 288 games over his career. He also had some success as a hitter, batting .313 with 203 home runs and 1,542 RBIs in his career.
Derringer is most famous for helping lead the Cubs to their first World Series championship in 1945. Derringer retired after the 1947 season and later became a baseball coach at several universities before passing away in 1987 at age 81.
Derringer played for the St. Louis Cardinals from 1931-1933 and Cincinnati Reds from 1933-1945. He led both teams in home runs during his career, with a total of 189 dingers. Derringer was an all-star six times and won two World Series titles with the Reds (in 1935 and 1940).
After his playing career ended, Derringer became a broadcaster for both major league baseball teams as well as various other sports leagues across America.
45. TJ Friedl
Outfielder
TJ Friedl is an outfielder for the Cincinnati Reds. He was drafted by the Reds in the first round of the 2016 MLB Draft. He made his major league debut with Cincinnati in 2021.
In 33 games played that year, he hit .255 with three home runs and 10 RBIs. Friedl spent most of 2019 with Louisville, where he batted .290 with 21 home runs and 73 RBIs in 113 games played.
TJ Friedl was born on September 18, 2021 in Cincinnati, Ohio. He made his MLB debut for the Reds on September 20th, 2021. TJ Friedl is batting an average of .246 with 9 home runs and 27 RBIs through the 2022 season.
TJ Friedl is a versatile player who can play both first base and left field effectively. We are excited to see what he will do next as he continues to develop as a professional baseball player.
46. Frank McCormick
Infielder
Career
- 9× All-Star (1938–1946), World Series champion (1940), NL MVP (1940), NL RBI leader (1939), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Frank McCormick was a right-handed first baseman who played for the Cincinnati Reds, Boston Braves and Philadelphia Phillies in his MLB career. McCormick batted left-handed but threw right-handed.
He had a batting average of .288 with 87 home runs in 1,431 games over 14 seasons. In 1948 he led the National League with 116 RBIs and was an All-Star that year as well as in 1951 when he finished fourth in MVP voting behind Ted Williams, Joe DiMaggio, and Yogi Berra.
McCormick retired after playing one season for the Philadelphia Phils following two years with the Braves where he sustained a serious knee injury late in his career.
This forced him to retire early at age 40 despite having offers from other teams to play on their rosters as designated hitter or pinch hitter due to his outstanding hitting abilities even though.
He never regained full strength in his knee afterward; however Frank made occasional appearances during televised game shows such as The $64,000 Question until 1982 when he died at 71 years old from congestive heart failure caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Frank McCormick is buried next to brother Artie McCormick (1914–1978) at Arlington National Cemetery near Washington DC.
47. Aroldis Chapman
Pitcher
Career
- 7× All-Star (2012–2015, 2018, 2019, 2021), World Series champion (2016), All-MLB Second Team (2019), AL Reliever of the Year (2019), 300 save club, MLB records, Fastest pitch in MLB history – 105.1 miles per hour (169.1 km/h)
Chapman is a relief pitcher for the New York Yankees. Chapman has a 44-35 win-loss record and an ERA of 2.48 in MLB play. He has struck out 1,045 batters in 955 innings pitched over 10 seasons in the big leagues.
Chapman led all relievers with 315 saves during his career up to date with the Yankees organization as of 2019 season, making him one of most successful bullpen arms ever in baseball history at that position.
Aroldis Chapman is an elite relief pitcher who has set MLB records and won championships.
He was born in the Dominican Republic, but moved to Venezuela at a young age. Chapman made his major league debut with the Cincinnati Reds in 2010 and quickly established himself as one of the top relievers in baseball.
In 2012, he became just the second reliever ever to be named an All-Star starter, helping lead the Reds to their first championship appearance since 1990.
The following year, Chapman led all Major League pitchers with 40 saves while also winning another World Series title with the Yankees.
In 2016, he helped lead New York back to the playoffs for a third time in four years and subsequently won his first Cy Young Award as best pitcher in baseball that season by posting a record-breaking 1:0 shutout against Toronto en route to becoming world champion again (his second title overall).
Chapman has continued playing at an high level into 2017 and 2018; however, on July 20th of this year it was announced that he had been suspended for 50 games due to violating MLB's drug policy involving performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs).
This means that Aroldis will miss out on key playoff action including potentially pitching in game seven of this year's World Series between Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers.
Which would have seen him become only 5th player ever (after Sandy Koufax, Bob Gibson, Randy Johnson & Pedro Martinez) with 4 titles & 3 MVP awards.
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48. Michael Lorenzen
Pitcher
Michael Lorenzen is a pitcher and outfielder for the Detroit Tigers. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in the 2nd round of the 2009 MLB Draft, but he never made it to their major league team.
In 2015, Lorenzen signed with the Detroit Tigers and has been playing there ever since. He has had some success in his career – including winning two games during the 2017 American League Division Series against Toronto – but he also has struggled at times.
Michael Lorenzen is 31 years old and will be a free agent after this season Lorenzen was drafted in the first round of the 2015 MLB Draft by the Cincinnati Reds. Lorenzen made his major league debut with the Reds on April 29th, 2015.
Lorenzen has posted a record of 31-29 and an ERA of 4.10 in 119 innings pitched for Cincinnati since his debut.
Michael Lorenzen is known for being one of the hardest-throwing pitchers in all of baseball, with an average fastball speed topping 100 mph. In 2020, Lorenzen signed a contract with Los Angeles Angels as a free agent after spending two seasons (2020-2021) with Cincinnati.
49. Gary Nolan
Career
- All-Star (1972), 2× World Series champion (1975, 1976), Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
Gary Nolan had a lengthy and successful MLB career, playing for the Cincinnati Reds (1967-1977) and California Angels (1977-1978). He was a durable pitcher, appearing in over 1,000 games during his 12-year career.
Gary Nolan relied on his strong arm to get him through the game; he also proved himself as an efficient hitter with a batting average of .257/.321/.426 throughout his career.
After retiring from baseball, Gary became head coach of the San Diego Padres' minor league affiliate in 1984 before taking up coaching duties at Cal State Fullerton in 1985.
In 1988, he took over as manager of the Padres and led them to two playoff appearances - one as division champions - before being dismissed after just one season due to clashes with owner Eugene McCarthy Jr.
After leaving baseball behind, Gary spent time working in real estate until 2000 when he retired again and moved back home to Herlong where he continues to reside today.
50. Billy Hamilton
Center fielder
Billy Hamilton is a center fielder for the Chicago White Sox. In 2017, he led all major league outfielders in stolen bases with 49. He was born on September 9th 1990 in Taylorsville, Mississippi and raised there before moving to Cincinnati at age 17 to pursue his baseball career.
He made his MLB debut with the Reds in 2013 and has since played for Chicago (2014-2017), Kansas City (2018) and now Toronto as of 2019 season.
Hamilton has won two Silver Slugger Awards (2015, 2018) and three Gold Gloves Award (2016-2018). His speed is unrivaled; he stole 146 bags during the 2018 season alone.
Billy Hamilton's net worth as of 2019 is estimated at $25 million dollars - an impressive figure for such a prolific stealer. Billy Hamilton is an elite baserunner and one of the most exciting players in baseball. He has been a key component to Cincinnati's success over the past few seasons, stealing 324 bases and scoring 189 runs.
The Braves signed him this offseason, and he will be looking to continue his stellar play with Atlanta. He is a dangerous hitter as well, batting .239 with 24 home runs and 189 RBIs in 514 games played over the course of six seasons.
Hamilton is known for his speed on the basepaths, which makes him very difficult to bring down; he ranks fourth all-time in stolen base percentage at 92%.
His agility allows him to avoid defenders easily, making it difficult for opposing teams to manhandle him at second or third base; he also boasts good range at shortstop if needed.
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51. José Barrero
Shortstop
José Barrero is a 24-year-old shortstop from Cuba who signed with the Cincinnati Reds in February of 2022. In 97 games played for the Cuban National Team, he compiled a .282 batting average with seven home runs and 37 RBIs.
With the Bats in 2018, Barrera had an excellent season hitting .290/.351/.568 with 25 home runs and 86 RBIs in 148 games played. He has good power and speed on offense as well as outstanding defensive skills; making him one of the top shortstop prospects in all of baseball today.
The Reds hope that José can develop into their long-term solution at shortstop and help them contend for championships down the road José Barrero is a young player who has been in the Reds' organization since he was 16 years old.
José Barrero debuted with the Reds on August 27, 2020 and has played in 24 games so far this season. He's batting 170 with 2 home runs and 15 RBIs.
José Barréro is known for his hitting ability, as he posted an impressive batting average of .170 last year in AAA ball with 25 homers and 85 RBIs to his name. Jose Barrera will likely be called up by the Cincinnati Reds again soon as they are currently sitting at the bottom of their division standings (10-20).
His contributions could go a long way in helping them improve their record next season.
Final Words
. . The Cincinnati Reds have had a long and storied history, with many talented players over the years. Some of the best players to ever play for the team include Joe Morgan, Barry Larkin, Johnny Bench, Tony Perez,Ken Griffey Jr., and Homer Bailey.
These all-time greats were instrumental in leading the Reds to numerous championship wins throughout their careers.
