History of Cincinnati Reds in Timeline
The Cincinnati Reds are a professional baseball team based in Cincinnati. As a member of the National League Central Division in Major League Baseball (MLB), the Reds have a long history dating back to 1881 when they were a charter member of the American Association. They transitioned to the National League in 1890 and continue to compete at the highest level of professional baseball.
1900: First Matchup
In 1900, the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates, both founded in the 1880s, played against each other for the first time, marking the beginning of their rivalry.
1901: League Park II
From 1894 to 1901, League Park II was the third home field for the Reds.
1905: Cy Seymour Wins Batting Crown
In 1905, Cy Seymour achieved a .377 batting average, marking the first individual batting crown for a Cincinnati Red.
1911: Bob Bescher Steals 81 Bases
In 1911, Bob Bescher stole 81 bases, setting a team record for the Cincinnati Reds.
1912: Redland Field Opens
In 1912, the Cincinnati Reds opened Redland Field, a new steel-and-concrete ballpark.
1912: Reds move to Crosley Field
In 1912, the Reds moved to Crosley Field, which would be their home for 58 years and host two World Series titles and five National League pennants.
1918: Reds Finish Fourth
In 1918, the Cincinnati Reds finished fourth in the league.
1919: Reds Win NL Pennant and World Series
In 1919, led by manager Pat Moran, the Cincinnati Reds won the National League pennant and then the World Series against the Chicago White Sox.
1920: "Black Sox" Scandal Taints Championship
By 1920, the "Black Sox" scandal cast a shadow over the Cincinnati Reds' recent championship.
1921: Giants win consecutive World Series Championships
In 1976, the Cincinnati Reds became the first NL team since the 1921-22 New York Giants to win consecutive World Series championships.
1926: Reds Placed in Second Division
After 1926, the Reds were second division dwellers.
1931: Team Bankrupt, Redland Field in Disrepair
In 1931, the Cincinnati Reds faced bankruptcy, and Redland Field fell into disrepair.
1933: Powel Crosley, Jr. Buys Reds
In 1933, Powel Crosley, Jr. purchased the Cincinnati Reds out of bankruptcy and hired Larry MacPhail as general manager.
1934: Redland Field Renamed Crosley Field
In 1934, Redland Field was renamed Crosley Field.
1935: First Night Game at Crosley Field
In 1935, Crosley Field hosted the first night game in baseball history, which also featured the first baseball fireworks night.
1938: Crosley Field hosts the MLB All-Star Game
In 1938, Crosley Field hosted the Major League Baseball All-Star Game.
1938: Vander Meer Throws Back-to-Back No-Hitters/Lombardi Wins MVP
In 1938, Johnny Vander Meer became the only pitcher to throw back-to-back no-hitters in major league history, and Ernie Lombardi was named the National League's Most Valuable Player.
1939: Reds Win NL Pennant, Lose World Series
In 1939, the Cincinnati Reds won the National League pennant but were swept in the World Series by the New York Yankees.
1940: Reds Win World Series
In 1940, the Cincinnati Reds won the World Series, defeating the Detroit Tigers. Frank McCormick was named NL MVP.
1944: Joe Nuxhall Pitches at Age 15
In 1944, Joe Nuxhall, at the age of 15, pitched for the Cincinnati Reds, becoming the youngest player ever to appear in a major league game.
1948: WLWT Carries Games
From 1948, NBC affiliate WLWT carried Cincinnati Reds games.
April 1953: Reds Announce Preference to be Called "Redlegs"
In April 1953, the Cincinnati Reds announced a preference to be called the "Redlegs" to avoid political association.
1953: Crosley Field hosts the MLB All-Star Game
In 1953, Crosley Field hosted the Major League Baseball All-Star Game.
1954: Ted Kluszewski Leads NL in Home Runs
In 1954, Ted Kluszewski led the National League in home runs.
1956: Reds introduce sleeveless jerseys after departure from being called the "Redlegs"
Following their departure from being called the "Redlegs" in 1956, the Reds made a groundbreaking change to their uniforms with the use of sleeveless jerseys, seen only once before in the Major Leagues by the Chicago Cubs.
1956: Logo Altered
From 1956 to 1960, the Cincinnati Reds' logo was altered to remove the term "REDS" from the inside of the "wishbone C" symbol.
1956: Redlegs Tie NL Home Run Record
In 1956, led by Rookie of the Year Frank Robinson, the Cincinnati Redlegs tied the National League record by hitting 221 home runs.
1960: End of Logo Alteration
In 1960, the Cincinnati Reds' logo alteration ended, concluding the removal of the term "REDS" from the wishbone C symbol.
1961: Robinson Joined by Pinson, Post, Coleman, and Freese
By 1961, Frank Robinson was joined by Vada Pinson, Wally Post, Gordy Coleman, and Gene Freese on the Cincinnati Reds.
1961: Reds Capture NL Pennant
In 1961, the Cincinnati Reds won the National League pennant, defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Francisco Giants, but lost to the New York Yankees in the World Series.
1961: Reds change insignia to oval-shaped C
In 1961, the Reds changed their uniforms, replacing the traditional wishbone "C" insignia with an oval-shaped "C" logo but continued to use sleeveless jerseys.
1961: "REDS" Reappears on Uniforms
In 1961, the word "REDS" reappeared on the Cincinnati Reds' uniforms, but the point of the "C" was removed.
1962: Reds Win 98 Games, Finish Third
In 1962, the Cincinnati Reds won 98 games, with Bob Purkey leading with 23 wins, but finished third in the league.
1963: Rose's Versatility
By 1978, Pete Rose had played almost every position except pitcher, shortstop, and catcher for the team since 1963.
1964: Players' last names placed on uniforms
In 1964, players' last names were placed on the back of each set of uniforms, below the numbers.
1964: Reds Lose Pennant by One Game
In 1964, the Cincinnati Reds lost the pennant to the St. Louis Cardinals by one game after the Philadelphia Phillies collapsed, and manager Fred Hutchinson died of cancer.
1964: Yankee Stadium hosts World Series
In 1976, the Cincinnati Reds swept the Yankees at the newly renovated Yankee Stadium, which was the first World Series held there since 1964.
1965: DeWitt Trades Frank Robinson
After the 1965 season, owner Bill DeWitt traded Frank Robinson to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for Milt Pappas, Jack Baldschun, and Dick Simpson.
1966: Robinson Wins MVP and Triple Crown
In 1966, Frank Robinson won the MVP and Triple Crown in the American League, leading the Baltimore Orioles to their first-ever World Series title.
1966: Uniforms scrapped after 1966 season
The uniform design which included players' last names on the back of each set of uniforms, were scrapped after the 1966 season.
1967: Howsam Appointed General Manager/Stadium Deal
In 1967, Bob Howsam was appointed as the general manager of the Cincinnati Reds, and the city agreed to build a new downtown stadium, preventing the team's relocation.
1967: Joe Nuxhall Joins Booth
In 1967, Joe Nuxhall started his broadcasting career with the Cincinnati Reds, the year after he retired as a player.
1967: Uniform design familiar to baseball enthusiasts is introduced
In 1967, the Cincinnati uniform design most familiar to baseball enthusiasts was introduced and held sway for 25 seasons from 1967 to 1992. The wishbone "C" insignia was restored.
1967: Traditional Logo Reinstated
In 1967, the traditional home uniform logo was reinstated for the Cincinnati Reds.
1969: WLW Becomes Flagship Radio Station
In 1969, WLW, 700AM became the Cincinnati Reds' flagship radio station.
1969: Reds Join NL West
In 1969, the Cincinnati Reds became part of the National League West division.
June 24, 1970: Final Game at Crosley Field
On June 24, 1970, the Cincinnati Reds played their final game at Crosley Field, winning 5-4 against the San Francisco Giants.
June 30, 1970: Reds Move to Riverfront Stadium
On June 30, 1970, the Cincinnati Reds moved from Crosley Field to Riverfront Stadium, a new 52,000-seat multi-purpose venue.
1970: Intense Rivalry
From 1970 to the early 1990s, the Dodgers and Reds had an intense rivalry, frequently competing for the NL West division title.
1970: Riverfront Stadium hosts the MLB All-Star Game
In 1970, Riverfront Stadium hosted the Major League Baseball All-Star Game.
1970: Reds beat Pirates in NL Pennant
In 1970, the Reds beat the Pirates in the National League Pennant.
1971: Reds Trade for Joe Morgan and Acquire George Foster
After the 1971 season, the Cincinnati Reds traded for Joe Morgan and acquired George Foster, a key component of future world championships.
1971: Flannel uniforms through 1971
The Reds wore pinstriped home uniforms in 1967 only, and the uniforms were flannel through 1971.
1972: NLCS Appearance
In 1972, the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates clashed once again in the National League Championship Series (NLCS).
1972: Reds Win NL West, Lose World Series
In 1972, the Cincinnati Reds won the NL West and defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates in the playoffs but lost the World Series to the Oakland Athletics in seven games.
1972: Reds beat Pirates in NL Pennant
In 1972, the Reds beat the Pirates in the National League Pennant.
1972: New logo with Mr. Redlegs introduced
In 1972, the Reds introduced a new logo that featured their mascot, Mr. Redlegs, inside the wishbone "C," along with the team name.
1972: Changed to double-knits with pullover jerseys and belt-less pants in 1972.
The Reds changed to double-knits with pullover jerseys and belt-less pants in 1972.
1973: Reds win NL West, NLCS Controversy
In 1973, the Cincinnati Reds clinched the NL West title after an impressive comeback. During Game 3 of the NLCS against the New York Mets, a controversial incident occurred in the fifth inning when Pete Rose and Bud Harrelson had an altercation after Rose slid hard into Harrelson, leading to a bench-clearing brawl and fan disruptions. The Reds would ultimately lose the NLCS to the Mets.
1974: Marty Brennaman Calls Reds Games
From 1974, Marty Brennaman called Cincinnati Reds games alongside Joe Nuxhall until 2007.
1974: Hank Aaron ties home run record
In 1974, Hank Aaron tied Babe Ruth's home run record of 714 against the Reds on opening day. Marty Brennaman also debuted as the Reds' radio announcer that year.
1974: Marty's First Season
The Brennaman's 46-year association with the Reds franchise dates back to Marty's first season in 1974.
1975: Rose moves to third base
In 1975, Sparky Anderson moved Pete Rose to third base, a position he had little experience in, and inserted George Foster in left field. This move propelled the Reds into first place.
1975: Another NLCS Matchup
In 1975, the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates met in the National League Championship Series (NLCS).
1975: Reds clinch NL West and Pennant
In 1975, the Cincinnati Reds clinched the NL West title and swept the Pittsburgh Pirates to win the NL pennant.
1975: Reds win the World Series
In 1975, the Cincinnati Reds won the World Series against the Boston Red Sox, marking their first championship in 35 years after a dramatic Game 6 and a decisive Game 7. Joe Morgan's RBI single won Game 7.
1975: World Series Championship
In 1975, the Cincinnati Reds won the World Series, solidifying their reputation as a dominant team.
1975: Reds beat Pirates in NL Pennant
In 1975, the Reds beat the Pirates in the National League Pennant.
1975: Concepcion, Foster and Griffey Remain
In 1981, only Concepción, Foster, and Griffey retained their spots from the 1975-76 heyday.
1976: Tony Perez traded
After the 1976 season, Tony Perez was traded to the Montreal Expos, which Manager Sparky Anderson and General Manager Bob Howsam considered to be the biggest mistake of their careers.
1976: Second Consecutive World Series Championship
In 1976, the Cincinnati Reds secured their second consecutive World Series championship.
1976: Reds beat Phillies in NL Pennant
In 1976, the Reds beat the Phillies in the National League Pennant.
June 15, 1977: Reds acquire Tom Seaver
On June 15, 1977, the Cincinnati Reds acquired pitcher Tom Seaver from the New York Mets in exchange for Pat Zachry, Doug Flynn, Steve Henderson, and Dan Norman.
June 16, 1978: Tom Seaver's no-hitter
On June 16, 1978, Tom Seaver pitched the only no-hitter of his Hall of Fame career against the St. Louis Cardinals.
1978: Sparky Anderson fired
After the 1978 season, manager Sparky Anderson was fired, a move that was unpopular among fans. Pete Rose then signed with the Philadelphia Phillies as a free agent.
1979: George Grande SportsCenter
In 1979, George Grande hosted the first SportsCenter on ESPN.
1979: Pete Rose Joins Phillies
In 1979, Pete Rose signed with the Philadelphia Phillies and grew his hair out longer than would be allowed by the Cincinnati Reds.
1979: Yet Another NLCS Appearance
In 1979, the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates clashed again in the National League Championship Series (NLCS).
1979: Reds lose in NL Playoffs
In 1979, the Reds lost in the NL playoffs to the Pittsburgh Pirates, who then won the World Series.
1980: Bench injured
After 1980, Johnny Bench was only able to play a few games each year as catcher due to ongoing injuries.
1980: Phillies win World Series with Pete Rose
In 1980, Pete Rose helped the Phillies win their first World Series.
1981: Bench's position change
After being able to catch only seven games in 1981, Johnny Bench was moved to third base to be the starting third baseman.
1981: Reds Miss Playoffs Despite Best Record
In 1981, the Cincinnati Reds had the best overall record in baseball, but they missed the playoffs due to finishing second in both halves of the season, which were split due to a mid-season players' strike.
1981: First NLDS Since 1981
In 1995, after defeating the Dodgers, it marked the first NLDS the Reds played in since 1981.
1982: Seaver traded
After the 1982 season, Tom Seaver was traded back to the New York Mets.
1982: Reds lose 101 games
By 1982, the Cincinnati Reds had declined significantly, losing 101 games that year.
1982: Worst finish since 1982
In 2015, the Reds finished with the second worst record in the league which was their worst finish since 1982.
1983: Howsam Returns as General Manager
In 1983, Bob Howsam, the architect of the Big Red Machine, began his second term as the Reds' general manager, replacing Wagner.
1983: Bench moves to first base
In 1983, Johnny Bench returned to part-time duty at first base, with rookie Nick Esasky taking over at third base and Gary Redus taking over in the outfield.
1984: John Franco Joins the Team
In 1984, John Franco joined the Reds and became a bullpen star, remaining with the team until 1989.
1984: Reds Acquire Pete Rose and Other Players
In 1984, the Reds acquired Pete Rose and hired him to be the team's player-manager. Also playing for the Reds in 1984 were Dave Parker, Dave Concepción and Tony Pérez.
1984: Cubs lost a division series after leading 2-0
In 2012, the Reds lost a division series after leading 2-0. They were the first National League team since the Chicago Cubs in 1984 to suffer this fate.
1985: Tom Browning's Rookie of the Year Season
In 1985, Tom Browning emerged as Rookie of the Year, winning 20 games.
1985: Shoe Color Compromise
In 1985, a compromise was reached where Cincinnati Reds players could paint red marks on their black shoes and wear all-red shoes the following year, addressing the team's strict shoe color policy.
1985: Second Place Finish
In 1985, the Reds finished second in their division.
1987: Murray Cook Replaces Bergesch as General Manager
In 1987, Murray Cook replaced Bill Bergesch as general manager and began acquiring Danny Jackson and José Rijo.
1988: Chris Sabo Named Rookie of the Year
In 1988, Chris Sabo was named the National League Rookie of the Year.
1988: Riverfront Stadium hosts the MLB All-Star Game
In 1988, Riverfront Stadium hosted the Major League Baseball All-Star Game.
1988: Reference to Tom Browning's Perfect Game
In 2012, Homer Bailey threw a no-hitter, marking the first Reds no-hitter since Tom Browning's perfect game in 1988.
1988: 1988 Baltimore Orioles comparable to the Reds start in 2022
In 2022, the Reds started the season with a 3-22 record, comparable to the 1988 Baltimore Orioles.
1989: Bob Quinn Succeeds Murray Cook
In 1989, Bob Quinn replaced Murray Cook as General Manager and acquired Hal Morris, Billy Hatcher and Randy Myers.
1989: Pete Rose Banned from Baseball
In 1989, Pete Rose was banned from baseball by Commissioner Bart Giamatti following the release of the Dowd Report, which accused Rose of betting on baseball games. He was found guilty of "conduct detrimental to baseball."
1989: First Red to hit for the cycle since Eric Davis in 1989
In 2023, Elly De La Cruz became the first Red to hit for the cycle since Eric Davis in 1989.
1990: Ended Rivalry
From 1970 to 1990, the Dodgers and Reds had an intense rivalry, frequently competing for the NL West division title. In 1990, the rivalry ended when the Reds were moved to the NL Central.
1990: Fifth NLCS Matchup
In 1990, the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates met for the fifth time in the National League Championship Series (NLCS).
1990: Reds beat Pirates in NL Pennant
In 1990, the Reds beat the Pirates in the National League Pennant.
1990: Reds Win the World Series
In 1990, under manager Lou Piniella, the Reds won the World Series, sweeping the Oakland Athletics in four games after winning the NLCS against the Pirates.
1992: Marge Schott's Controversial Remarks
After the 1992 season, Marge Schott was reported to have made racially and ethnically insensitive remarks.
1992: Jim Bowden Replaces Quinn and Piniella Alters O'Neill's Role
In 1992, Jim Bowden replaced Quinn as general manager. Also in 1992, manager Lou Piniella wanted Paul O'Neill to be a power hitter, but O'Neill had a disappointing season and Piniella got into an altercation with Rob Dibble.
1992: Schott Praises Hitler
In May 1996, Marge Schott reiterated her 1992 praise for Hitler in an ESPN interview, leading to further controversy. The MLB executive council threatened to sanction her again, but she instead agreed step aside from day-to-day operations through 1998.
1992: Last MLB team to feature pullover jerseys and belt-less pants
The 1992 Reds were the last MLB team to date whose primary uniforms featured pullover jerseys and belt-less pants.
1993: Last Season in NL West
1993 marked the Cincinnati Reds' final season in the National League West division.
1993: George Grande Announcer
From 1993, George Grande became the play-by-play announcer alongside Chris Welsh.
1993: Button-down jerseys brought back
In 1993 uniforms did away with the pullovers and brought back button-down jerseys, kept white and gray as the base colors for the home and away uniforms, but added red pinstripes. A new home cap was created that had a red bill and a white crown with red pinstripes and a red wishbone "C" insignia
1993: Schott Limited From Day-to-Day Oversight
In 1993, Major League Baseball's executive council prevented Marge Schott from exercising day-to-day oversight of the Reds due to her controversial remarks.
1993: Tony Pérez Replaces Piniella as Manager
In 1993, Tony Pérez replaced Lou Piniella as manager, but was replaced by Davey Johnson after 44 games.
1993: Realignment to NL Central
In 1993, the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates were realigned into the National League Central division.
1994: Reds Join NL Central
In 1994, the Cincinnati Reds moved to the National League Central division.
1994: Reds Lead the NL Central Before Strike
In 1994, the Reds were in first place in the newly created National League Central Division when the strike occurred.
1995: Johnson To Be Replaced at End of Season
Before the 1995 season, team owner Marge Schott decided that manager Davey Johnson would be gone by the end of the year.
1995: WLWT Carries Games End
From 1948 to 1995, NBC affiliate WLWT carried Cincinnati Reds games.
1995: NLDS Face-off
In 1995, the Dodgers and Reds faced one another in the National League Division Series (NLDS).
1995: Reds Win the NL Central
In 1995, the Reds won the NL Central division, led by MVP Barry Larkin, but lost to the Atlanta Braves in the NLCS.
May 1996: Schott Reiters Controversial Views
In May 1996, Marge Schott reiterated her 1992 praise for Hitler in an ESPN interview, leading to further controversy.
1996: Last time Ohio Cup game was played
Between 1989 and 1996, a total of eight Ohio Cup games were played, with the Indians winning six of them.
1996: WSTR-TV Broadcasts
From 1996, the last regularly scheduled, over-the-air broadcasts of Cincinnati Reds games were on WSTR-TV.
1996: The 1996 Detroit Tigers had the previous record for home runs allowed
In 2016, the Reds broke the then-record for home runs allowed during a single season, previously held by the 1996 Detroit Tigers.
April 15, 1997: No. 42 retired throughout Major League Baseball in honor of Jackie Robinson
On April 15, 1997, No. 42 was retired throughout Major League Baseball in honor of Jackie Robinson.
1997: Ohio Cup games end with introduction of interleague play
The Ohio Cup games ended with the introduction of regular-season interleague play in 1997. The two teams competed annually in the regular-season Battle of Ohio or Buckeye Series.
1998: WSTR-TV Broadcasts End
From 1996 to 1998, the last regularly scheduled, over-the-air broadcasts of Cincinnati Reds games were on WSTR-TV.
1998: End of Suspension for Schott
Marge Schott agreed to step aside from day-to-day operations through 1998, as a consequence of her praise for Hitler in an ESPN interview.
1999: Schott Sells Controlling Stake in Team
In 1999, Marge Schott sold a controlling stake in the Cincinnati Reds to a group led by Carl Lindner.
1999: Introduction of black as a primary color on road uniforms
In 1999, black was introduced as a primary color of the Reds, especially on their road uniforms.
1999: Hair Policy Rescinded
In 1999, the Cincinnati Reds officially rescinded their hair policy when they traded for Greg Vaughn, who had a goatee.
1999: Reds Miss Playoffs Despite 96 Wins
In 1999, the Reds won 96 games but lost to the New York Mets in a one-game playoff.
2000: McKeon Fired After Winning Season
Despite an 85–77 finish in 2000, manager Jack McKeon was fired after the season.
2001: Reds Community Fund Founded
In 2001, the Cincinnati Reds Community Fund was founded to improve the lives of youth in the Greater Cincinnati area.
2002: Demolition of Riverfront Stadium
In 2002, Riverfront Stadium, known as Cinergy Field, was demolished.
October 27, 2003: Dan O'Brien Hired as General Manager
On October 27, 2003, Dan O'Brien was hired as the Reds' general manager.
2003: Great American Ball Park opens
In 2003, Great American Ball Park opened as the home of the Cincinnati Reds at a cost of $290 million with a capacity of 42,271. The stadium also holds the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame.
2003: Reds begin playing at Great American Ball Park
In 2003, the Reds began a new era with the opening of Great American Ball Park, the team's seventh home.
2003: 2003 Detroit Tigers comparable to the Reds start in 2022
In 2022, the Reds started the season with a 3-22 record, comparable to the 2003 Detroit Tigers.
2004: Nuxhall's Reduced Schedule
From 2004 to 2007, Joe Nuxhall reduced his broadcasting schedule to select home games only.
2004: Griffey Jr. Joins 500 Home Run Club
In 2004, Ken Griffey Jr. joined the 500 home run club, but was hampered by injuries. Adam Dunn broke the major league record for strikeouts.
2004: Opening of the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame
In 2004, the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame (HOF) officially opened after being in existence in name only since the 1950s.
2005: Miley Forced Out Midseason
In 2005, manager Dave Miley was forced out midseason and replaced by Jerry Narron.
December 2006: Latest uniform change
In December 2006, the Reds made their latest uniform change, returning to all-red home caps, introducing black-billed road caps, abandoning the sleeveless jersey, and using an early 1900s-style typeface for numbers and lettering.
2006: Bob Castellini Becomes CEO
In 2006, Bob Castellini took over as the CEO of the Cincinnati Reds.
2006: Castellini Takes Over and Fires O'Brien
In 2006, Robert Castellini took over as controlling owner and promptly fired general manager Dan O'Brien.
2007: Jerry Narron Fired
In 2007, Jerry Narron was fired as manager midway through the season and replaced by Pete Mackanin.
2007: Thom Brennaman and Jeff Brantley Join Network
In 2007, Thom Brennaman and Jeff Brantley joined the Cincinnati Reds radio network.
2007: Joe Nuxhall's Death
Joe Nuxhall was in the Reds' booth, beginning in 1967 (the year after his retirement as an active player) until his death in 2007. From 2004 to 2007, Nuxhall only called select home games.
2008: Krivsky Fired and Replaced
Early in the 2008 season, Wayne Krivsky was fired and replaced by Walt Jocketty as general manager.
2008: Jim Kelch Filled In
Since 2008, Jim Kelch has filled in on the Cincinnati Reds radio network.
2008: Ohio Cup revived as a reward for the team with the better record in the series
The Ohio Cup was revived in 2008 and now serves as a reward for the team with the better overall record in the Reds–Guardians series each year.
2008: Failed To Post Winning Record
The Reds failed to post a winning record in 2008.
2009: George Grande Retirement
George Grande retired as play-by-play announcer during the final game of the 2009 season. Since 2009, Grande has worked part time for the Reds as play-by-play announcer in September when Thom Brennaman is covering the NFL for Fox Sports. He has also made guest appearances throughout each season.
2009: Failed To Post Winning Record
The Reds failed to post a winning record in 2009.
2010: Reds Swept in NLDS
After winning the NL Central Division title, the Reds were swept by the Philadelphia Phillies in the NLDS in 2010.
2010: WKRC-TV Simulcasts
From 2010, WKRC-TV has simulcast Opening Day games with Fox/Bally Sports Ohio.
2010: Increased Appearances for Jim Kelch
In 2010, Jim Kelch made increased appearances on the Cincinnati Reds radio network due to Brantley and Thom Brennaman's TV schedule.
2010: Reds Win NL Central Title
In 2010, led by Joey Votto, Brandon Phillips and Scott Rolen, the Reds posted a 91–71 record and won the NL Central Division title.
2010: Brennaman Head Commentator
Since 2010, Thom Brennaman had been the head play-by-play commentator, with Welsh and Brantley sharing time as the color commentators.
2010: Reds First Winning Season Since 2000
The Reds did not have another winning season until 2010.
2011: Reds Fall Short of Expectations
After winning the NL Central in 2010, the Reds fell short of expectations for the 2011 season, finishing with a 79–83 record.
2011: Sean Casey Commentary
In 2011, the Cincinnati Reds added Sean Casey to do color commentary for 15 games.
2012: Reds Win NL Central Title and Homer Bailey Pitches No-Hitter
In 2012, the Reds won the NL Central Division title. On September 28, Homer Bailey pitched a no-hitter against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
July 2, 2013: Homer Bailey Pitches Second No-Hitter
On July 2, 2013, Homer Bailey pitched a no-hitter against the San Francisco Giants, becoming the third pitcher in Reds history with two complete-game no-hitters in their career.
October 22, 2013: Reds Hire Bryan Price as Manager
On October 22, 2013, the Reds hired pitching coach Bryan Price to replace Dusty Baker as manager.
2013: Reds Fire Dusty Baker
Following six consecutive losses to close out the 2013 season, the Reds fired Dusty Baker as manager.
2013: NL Wild Card Game
In 2013, the Cincinnati Reds and Pittsburgh Pirates met in the National League Wild Card Game, marking a recent encounter in their rivalry.
2013: First Postseason Berth Since 2013
On September 25, 2020, the Reds earned their first postseason berth since 2013.
2015: Great American Ball Park hosts the MLB All-Star Game
In 2015, Great American Ball Park hosted the Major League Baseball All-Star Game.
2015: Reds finish with second-worst record, trade star players, and Home Run Derby champion
In 2015, the Reds finished with a 64-98 record, the second-worst in the league and their worst since 1982. The Reds traded Johnny Cueto, Mike Leake, Todd Frazier, and Aroldis Chapman for minor league prospects.
2016: Reds break home runs allowed record and trade Jay Bruce
In 2016, the Reds set a then-record for home runs allowed in a single season and finished with a 68-94 record. The Reds also traded Jay Bruce to the Mets before the July 31 trade deadline.
2017: Kelch's Contract Expired
After the 2017 season, Jim Kelch's contract with the Cincinnati Reds radio network expired.
2019: Common Ownership
From 2010 to 2023, WKRC-TV has simulcast Opening Day games with Fox/Bally Sports Ohio, which it came into common ownership with in 2019.
2019: Home Runs allowed record broken in 2019
In 2016, the Reds set a record for home runs allowed during a single season. This record was broken in 2019 by the Baltimore Orioles.
2019: Marty Brennaman Retires
In 2019, Marty Brennaman retired from calling Cincinnati Reds games.
2019: Thrall Replaced Brennaman
In 2019, Tommy Thrall took over for Marty Brennaman as the play-by-play announcer for the Cincinnati Reds after Brennaman retired.
August 19, 2020: Thom Brennaman's Resignation
On August 19, 2020, Thom Brennaman resigned from his duties as the Cincinnati Reds' TV play-by-play announcer after uttering a homophobic slur during a game. Jim Day then served as the interim play-by-play voice.
September 25, 2020: Reds clinch first postseason berth since 2013
On September 25, 2020, the Reds secured their first postseason berth since 2013, earning the seventh seed in the expanded playoffs. The 2020 season was shortened due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Reds lost their first-round series to the Atlanta Braves.
2020: Paper Cutouts
During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the Cincinnati Reds sold paper cutouts of fan photos to be placed in the stands, raising over $300,000 for the Reds Community Fund.
2020: Broadcast Team
Since 2020, the Cincinnati Reds broadcast team has consisted of Tommy Thrall and Jeff Brantley.
2021: Reds finish third in NL Central with 83-79 record
In the 2021 season, the Reds concluded with an 83-79 record, placing them third in the NL Central.
2022: Reds start with a poor 3-22 record, finish 62-100
In 2022, the Reds started the season with a 3-22 record, comparable to the 2003 Detroit Tigers and the 1988 Baltimore Orioles. The Reds finished the season with a 62-100 record.
2023: Pirates Lead Rivalry
As of 2023, the Pittsburgh Pirates lead the overall rivalry with a record of 1141-1113 against the Cincinnati Reds, though the Reds hold a lead in postseason wins.
2023: WKRC-TV Simulcasts End
From 2010 to 2023, WKRC-TV has simulcast Opening Day games with Fox/Bally Sports Ohio.
2023: Reds and Nike introduce new City Connect jersey
In 2023, the Reds and Nike, Inc. introduced a new City Connect jersey, which features a modified "C" on the cap and on the sleeve of the jersey. For the Jersey, it features "CINCY" across the chest of the jersey.
2023: Reds contend for wild card, Elly De La Cruz shines, and Joey Votto retirement rumors
In 2023, the Reds contended for a wild card berth, led by young players like Spencer Steer, Matt McLain, and Elly De La Cruz. Elly De La Cruz became the first Red to hit for the cycle since 1989. There was speculation surrounding Joey Votto's potential retirement at the end of the season.
2023: Winning season series against the Philadelphia Phillies in 2024
In the 2024 season, the Reds started off strong, winning the season series against the 2023 NLCS runner-up Philadelphia Phillies 4–3.
September 22, 2024: Reds fire manager David Bell, name Freddie Benavides interim manager
On September 22, 2024, with only five games remaining in the season, the Reds fired manager David Bell. Bench coach Freddie Benavides was named interim manager, and co-bench coach Jeff Pickler was also fired.
October 4, 2024: Terry Francona hired as the Reds' new manager
On October 4, 2024, the Cincinnati Reds announced that Terry Francona would be hired as the team's next manager.
October 8, 2024: Reds fire hitting coach Joel McKeithan and assistants
On October 8, 2024, the Reds fired hitting coach Joel McKeithan and his assistants, Terry Bradshaw and Tim Lamonte.
October 24, 2024: Chris Valaika named new director of hitting and MLB hitting coach
On October 24, 2024, the Reds announced that Chris Valaika would be the team's new director of hitting and MLB hitting coach.
November 2024: MLB Takes Over TV Rights
In November 2024, MLB's local media division was set to take over the television rights to the Cincinnati Reds.
2024: Reds Win-Loss Record
By 2024, the Cincinnati Reds had an overall win-loss record of 10,934-10,766-139, with a .504 winning percentage.
2024: Reds start strong but playoff chances diminish
In the 2024 season, the Reds started with a 14-11 record, but their playoff chances diminished after a poor May. They struggled in one-run games.
January 2025: Return to FanDuel Sports Networks
In January 2025, the Cincinnati Reds would return to the FanDuel Sports Networks, under similar distribution agreements earlier reached with MLB.
February 13, 2025: Roster Update
Roster, coaches, and NRIs updated February 13, 2025.
