Meeting Former Reds Manager John McNamara
You never know when you'll meet a Reds idol...or where. John Ring once met the man who managed the 1979 Division Champs in a bowling alley in Illinois.
Five Phenoms that fizzled out in Reds history
With the quick emergence of Aristides Aquino, it's worth noting the Reds who were phenoms early only to fizzle just as quick.
Reds history: Robby, JB, and Aristides Aquino
Aristides Aquino's start to his career feels like it's only been matched, by a rookie or not, twice in Reds history - by Frank Robinson and Johnny Bench.
McKeon’s bullpen fueled Riverfront’s last pennant chase
McKeon's bullpen was the strength behind the final penant chase that Riverfront stadium would ever see. Here's to the Cincinnati Reds' diverse relievers
Sparky Who? Reds fans sure know today
John Ring reflects on Sparky Anderson's tenure with the Reds. John was able to interview Sparky in 1986 in Detroit. "He was kind, decent and humble. He never forgot where he came from. He loved baseball and most of all, the Cincinnati Reds."
1999 Reds: When Sean Casey became The Mayor
On the field, Sean Casey could do everything but run. He could hit for average, hit for power, was a leader on the field and lefties didn't bother him a bit. Casey captivated Reds fans. And a lot of us remember him still today. The Mayor was a class act.
Eight Iconic Moments in Reds Modern History
Taking a look back at eight iconic moments in modern Cincinnati Reds baseball history.
Rookie Reds Managers that never made it one season
Cincinnati Reds manager David Bell has been under some heat, at least from a segment of the fanbase in his first year. Some past managers didn't make it through their 1st year. Let's look back at how those seasons played out.
Three TD’s and a Field Goal for the ’99 Reds
This is the second installment of John's monthly columns on the 1999 Reds - a team celebrating its 20th anniversary this season.
Why Johnny Bench was so special for the Reds
Johnny Bench is arguably the greatest catcher that has ever lived. But he may be more important to the Cincinnati Reds than to Major League Baseball.
After Big Trades, The 1999 Reds Opening Day Meltdown
The 1999 Cincinnati Reds got out to a tough start after a big offseason and then went on a big run to make for a memorable season.
The day the Reds got Tom Seaver
For the first time since 1969, the Reds had an ace pitcher. The Reds had a stopper. A stud. A guy nobody wanted to face. A dominating pitcher that could anchor a pitching staff.