In their new book, The Local Boys: Hometown Players for the Cincinnati Reds, authors Joe and Jack Heffron — local boys themselves — tell the stories of the men who achieved the dream depicted in that sculpture, profiling over 100 local players using historical research and, for many, original interviews with the players or surviving family. […]
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The Local Boys: Hometown Players for the Cincinnati Reds – Bob Barton
In their new book, The Local Boys: Hometown Players for the Cincinnati Reds, authors Joe and Jack Heffron — local boys themselves — tell the stories of the men who achieved the dream depicted in that sculpture, profiling over 100 local players using historical research and, for many, original interviews with the players or surviving family. […]
The Local Boys: Hometown Players for the Cincinnati Reds – Bob Barton
In their new book, The Local Boys: Hometown Players for the Cincinnati Reds, authors Joe and Jack Heffron — local boys themselves — tell the stories of the men who achieved the dream depicted in that sculpture, profiling over 100 local players using historical research and, for many, original interviews with the players or surviving family. […]
The Local Boys: Hometown Players for the Cincinnati Reds – Dan Neville
Next time you go to a Reds home game, take a look at the large wall sculpture near the entrance to Great American Ballpark. It depicts three unidentified ballplayers, towering over the city skyline. In one sense, this represents the way Cincinnati sees their hometown players. Regardless of the team’s performance, this city is perennially […]
The Local Boys: Hometown Players for the Cincinnati Reds – Dan Neville
Next time you go to a Reds home game, take a look at the large wall sculpture near the entrance to Great American Ballpark. It depicts three unidentified ballplayers, towering over the city skyline. In one sense, this represents the way Cincinnati sees their hometown players. Regardless of the team’s performance, this city is perennially […]
Kentucky Not Entirely Reds Country, According to Facebook Data
Most of the Commonwealth roots, roots, roots for the Cincinnati Reds in the summer months, but some parts of the state prefer the Atlanta Braves or the St. Louis Cardinals. Or even the New York Yankees. Northern Kentucky is a natural spot for Reds fandom, but Cincinnati’s team has support that stretches all the way […]
Kentucky Not Entirely Reds Country, According to Facebook Data
Most of the Commonwealth roots, roots, roots for the Cincinnati Reds in the summer months, but some parts of the state prefer the Atlanta Braves or the St. Louis Cardinals. Or even the New York Yankees. Northern Kentucky is a natural spot for Reds fandom, but Cincinnati’s team has support that stretches all the way […]
Rick Robinson: 5 Great American Baseball Movies for Opening Day
The crack of the bat and the snap of leather remind America that it’s Opening Day of baseball season. Today all teams remain in contention (even the Cubbies – who will likely be eliminated from playoff contention by mid-week). And if you can’t make it to the park, dial one of these movies up on Netflix […]
Rick Robinson: 5 Great American Baseball Movies for Opening Day
The crack of the bat and the snap of leather remind America that it’s Opening Day of baseball season. Today all teams remain in contention (even the Cubbies – who will likely be eliminated from playoff contention by mid-week). And if you can’t make it to the park, dial one of these movies up on Netflix […]
Rick Robinson: 5 Great American Baseball Movies for Opening Day
The crack of the bat and the snap of leather remind America that it’s Opening Day of baseball season. Today all teams remain in contention (even the Cubbies – who will likely be eliminated from playoff contention by mid-week). And if you can’t make it to the park, dial one of these movies up on Netflix […]

