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@JohnnyBench_5

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One time baseball player, 2x MVP and World Series Champion, 3x father. #CatchEveryBall

Joined March 2011
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@JohnnyBench_5
Johnny Bench
4 years
So you take a pitch...now you're 3-1. Then the pitcher comes back with a great setup pitch...3-2. Now you're ready to groundout into a double play. Everyone should hit 3-0. Grand Slams are a huge stat. @tatis_jr
@TheAthleticMLB
The Athletic MLB
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Fernando Tatis Jr. smacked a grand slam on a 3-0 count with a big lead, leading to criticism from both managers. What do you think about this unwritten rule in baseball? 🎥 @MLB #PadresTwitter
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It is with great regret that I will not be able to attend this year’s Baseball Hall of Fame induction after testing positive for COVID. Fortunately, I have been vaccinated, otherwise doctor said I would be hospitalized.
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@MLB ⁩ ⁦ @baseballhall ⁩ SIMPLY THE BEST
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Congrats to Yadier Molina on passing me on the All-Time Innings Caught list, soon to be games. Crazy to be reminded it was 14,493 innings behind the plate. No wonder I had my hips replaced.
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A phenomenal hitter! Vladimir Guerrero Jr. with 46 home runs. Passes me for HRs age 22 & younger, ties DiMaggio, 1 away from Mathews. This is special. 🇩🇴💪🏼⚾️🇨🇦 #bluejays #mlb
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I went 0-4 in hits to third base in the 1970 World Series
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@JohnnyBench_5
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3 years
Just dropping in to say hello! ⁦ @baseballhall ⁩ ⁦ @MLB ⁩ ⁦ @MLBNetwork ⁩ ⁦ @Braves
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@JohnnyBench_5
Johnny Bench
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Glad to share a number with him, unfortunate to pull a hit in his direction. “The Human Vacuum Cleaner.” If there is one person who wore the tag of Gold Glover and Gold Person, it was Brooks!
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Johnny Bench
3 years
As Yogi said #Salvatoreperez @Royals @MLBNetwork I knew my record would stand until it was broken! Congrats. Great guy. Great catcher
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@JohnnyBench_5
Johnny Bench
4 years
MLB was directly impacted by ALS, losing a legend to the crippling disease. As a recipient of the Lou Gehrig Award (1975), I think it would be an appropriate tribute to have #LouGehrigDay across @MLB , honoring a fellow Hall of Famer and supporting the fight against ALS.
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Johnny Bench
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What a surprise! One of the Big Red Machines most important cogs. The real Ken Griffey. Never find a better man!
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Johnny Bench
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Say it ain’t so! I respect him so much for walking away to be with his family. One of the best signal callers to handle a pitching staff I’ve ever seen. It’s been 13 years since he won my Catchers Award, he’s an award winner again. What a career! Happy retirement @BusterPosey !
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@BaseballHall , the telegram Yogi sent me when I broke his home run record. @MLBNetwork #RIPYogi http://t.co/ZibjSc9i9r
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Johnny Bench
3 years
WOW! Congrats to Joey Votto on his home run streak, a @Reds record! Great to see him going after the ball.
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My friend Bobby Knight will live forever in me! My thoughts are with Karen and his family. A one of a kind friend. Hunting or fishing or just shooting the breeze. My oldest son was named after him. His letter is in my office valuing our friendship. I’m a lucky man.
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@JohnnyBench_5
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3 years
COVID Update: Tested NEGATIVE this morning. Thank you fans for all your support. 💪🏼
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This is the best! @Reds I’m loving that everyone is contributing with so much energy.
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Don Gullett, the best athlete and competitor I ever saw or played with! He will be missed.
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Johnny Bench
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#BobGibson @MLB @baseballhall my dad always thought he could hit ML pitching. They came to St. Louis to see me my first game there. I faced Gibby. He struck me out the 1st 3 AB. I was smiling as I got back to the dugout. Mgr was P.O. I told him “I don’t think Dad could hit Bob
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Johnny Bench
3 years
Nice attempt @ClaytonKersh22
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Clayton Kershaw, professional baseball player
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3 years
My tears flow! @MLB @baseballhall my heart aches. Missing my friends. Missing the atmosphere
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7 years
So proud of Tucker Barnhart for being honored, bringing the Gold back to the @reds catching position. So deserving. @mlb #goldglove
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Johnny Bench
4 years
@baseballhall ⁩ ⁦ @MLB ⁩ ⁦ @MLBNetwork ⁩ A pic I took at HOF
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5 years
Big Red Machine getting together in Houston with @MABCelebrity .
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Johnny Bench
3 years
Tucker contributed so much defense and character to the @Reds community. A golden glove, player and person. The position is in great hands with @Tyler_Step22 and maybe an opportunity for our Olympian, Mark Kolozsvary, to play his way on the team. Good luck @Tucker_Barnhart !
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@JohnnyBench_5
Johnny Bench
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Theodore Edward Bench my oldest brother has left this world. What a wonderful person. A devoted husband and father. He joins William and our Mom and Dad. It is so sad, but he suffered so. RIP
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Rest in Peace, Dugout Wizard.
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Johnny Bench
5 years
I walked into Bob Castellini’s suite yesterday, @Reds got a double play, strike out 3 up 3 down, Sonny Gray hit a triple and Jesse Winker drove him in with an opposite field home. He invited me back today and the rest of the week.
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Johnny Bench
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My first @MLB All Star at bat was a home run off @Yankees Mel Stottlemyre. He was a class act and served the pinstripes well. Rest In Peace Mel.
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Congrats to @baker_mayfield6 on his #Heisman . What a team Lincoln Riley. Can’t wait to see @OU_Football in National Championship
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Johnny Bench
5 years
Still got it. Any @mlb teams signing veteran catchers for $300 million contracts? I’m available.
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Johnny Bench
3 years
My 12 year old got his shot today. So proud! @MLB @RedsMuseum @baseballhall Don’t catch Covid. I know I had the shots but I would be tweeting from hospital bed. Not my office. Thank you
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Johnny Bench
3 months
PITCHERS & CATCHERS REPORT!
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Johnny Bench
3 years
Thanks to all of for your concern and support! @MLB @baseballhall @Reds @RedsMuseum I’m feeling better and following Dr orders. Got great advice and lots of medical advice. One is a Quaratini! A regular martini that you drink alone at home. Haven’t tried it yet
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Johnny Bench
4 years
It was a privilege to have known and shared time with Al Kaline, one of the finest men to play the game and walk among us. I talked to him March 27 and got to tell him I loved him. Rest in Peace Mr. Tiger.
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Johnny Bench
3 years
Dammit someone just told me #rayfosse passed away. I know he was battling cancer but this is the worst news. What a wonderful man! @Indians @Athletics
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Johnny Bench
3 years
Back in 2008, told my son Bobby to get in the car we’re going to the ballpark, there’s a special player making his debut tonight. What a night he had. Jay Bruce, congratulations on a long 14 season career. Good man.
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Johnny Bench
3 years
TODAY is #joemorgan birthday! I will always remember our time together. You gave me so many thrills and special moments. Miss you every day
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The @Twins invited me to his number retirement, now he’s invited to join me on the @Otesaga porch. Welcoming the the newest catcher in the @baseballhall , Joe Mauer. Congratulations!
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Johnny Bench
3 years
The hits just keep coming. They are body blows! @Braves @baseballhall My friend #hankaaron I miss everything about him. So kind to me
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4 years
@MLB ⁩ ⁦ @Mets ⁩ I can’t imagine a picture without you!
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Johnny Bench
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The Big Red Machine has lost a great man and special friend @Reds @MLB Ed Armbrister. A classy man from a large family in the Bahamas. RIP
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Johnny Bench
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Congrats to @TheKylerMurray on winning the #HeismanTrophy , another Sooner! Looking forward to attending the Orange Bowl here in Florida. Go @OU_Football !
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3 years
Sparky & Tommy @baseballhall Managers
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Johnny Bench
3 years
GREAT CATCH!
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Cincinnati Reds
3 years
Hey @SportsCenter , Here's this for your consideration. #SCtop10
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Johnny Bench
3 years
ENOUGH! #DonSutton Such a classy man. Great career not only in baseball but broadcasting as well. I am so sad. @baseballhall @Dodgers
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Johnny Bench
2 years
How many days until @MLB #OpeningDay ?
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Johnny Bench
1 year
It’s with sadness I think about the loss of #salbando . @MLB @Athletics @Brewers Ive been a long time admirer of a great third baseman and tough competitor with class. RIP
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Johnny Bench
2 years
With @GoBearcatsFB staff before boarding bus for walkthroughs. Let’s Go #Bearcats #BeatBama
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RIP ⁦ @Cardinals ⁩ ⁦ @Cubs ⁩ ⁦ @MLB ⁩ ⁦ @baseballhall ⁩ For me with only one pitch, he was the best ever and a special man!
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I miss you #8 #joemorgan . I year ago
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A 3x National Champion, 2x All-American and my selection for the 2023 Johnny Bench Awards’ Top College Softball Catcher: KINZIE HANSEN, @OU_Softball
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Congrats to Zack Cozart and Joey Votto on their All Star recognition. Well deserved. @Reds @MLB
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Happy Opening Day! 🖐🏼
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Johnny Bench
1 year
RIP my friend! What a spirit you brought to the game.
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National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum ⚾
1 year
The Hall of Fame remembers Athletics, Giants and Royals pitcher and the 1971 American League MVP and Cy Young Award winner, Vida Blue, who passed away earlier today. (Doug McWilliams/National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum)
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6 years
With my teammate and buddy Manny Sanguillen. Getting ready for @mlb #Allstargame2018 . Just like yesterday when we saw each other in the clubhouse. #WSChamps @Reds
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Johnny Bench
4 years
It’s hanging in my office. One of my favorite things from one of my favorite people. Hey Yog!
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Lindsay Berra 〽️
4 years
#OTD in 1980, @Reds @JohnnyBench_5 breaks Grampa's record with his 314th home run as a catcher. Equally memorable was the telegram Gramp sent Johnny the morning after. "Congratulations. I always thought the record would stand until it was broken." #Yankees #Yogisms #MLB #Reds
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Johnny Bench
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Hey Jessie! What size are those? Make some nice house shoes. Love em. Thanks for wearing them.
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Cincinnati Reds
5 years
Jesse Winker’s cleats are on another level tonight. 🔥🔥
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Johnny Bench
4 years
I haven’t seen home so much since I gave up catching! I’m SAFE at HOME. I don’t go OUT. Don’t CATCH any germs.
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6 years
Had the privilege of catching Jackie Robinson throwing out the first pitch of Game 2 in the 1972 World Series. He passed shortly after. Today we celebrate a true pioneer of the game. Happy Jackie Robinson Day! #42
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With all my boys on a Happy Father’ Day
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4 years
The definition of a catcher, tough and durable. He stood above others with clutch hitting for power & average. I couldn’t be happier! Proud to have him join us in Cooperstown. Welcome to the @baseballhall Ted Simmons!
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4 years
@baseballhall ⁩ ⁦ @Yankees ⁩ This by far my saddest year! Slick has joined the rotation with Seaver and Gibson. You will be missed
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My dad, Ted Bench served 8 years in WWII. He along with millions of our young men fought for our freedom. I will stand tomorrow and salute the flag for my dad and many others that served. Our @Hope4Warriors will continue to help service our men and women for all their needs.
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Never had the pleasure of playing with Frank, he was traded a year before I got there. MVP both leagues, great baseball ambassador, unbelievable player. Sorry to hear the passing of an All-Time Hall of Famer, Frank Robinson.
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3 years
This date in 1965, I signed my first professional baseball contract with the Tampa Baseball Club for $500.
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Johnny Bench
3 years
#Dad Thank you for your service and all those who served!
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Johnny Bench
2 years
Back stage at the #FieldofDreamsGame . The @Reds and @Cubs from the @baseballhall coming out of the cornfield. What a great moment for the fans!
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4 years
@Cardinals @MLB #LouBrock was my favorite challenge in my career! It was ridiculous how good he was! Amazing was his stats not just in the regular season but his W. S. stats are truly a stunning mind blowing standard. Stealing 7 bases I believe twice! RIP my friend.
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@Cardinals ⁩ ⁦ @MLB ⁩ ⁦ @baseballhall #LouBrock Thank you for our time together!
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2 years
Arriving in Dyersville with me team! #FieldofDreamsGame
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1 year
On May 6 I’ll be in New York for the formal commissioning of the USS Cooperstown, named in honor of the 70 Hall of Famers who served the United States during wartime. This heritage is reflected in the ship’s motto, “America’s Away Team”
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8 years
Congrats to Mike Piazza! I love to have another catcher on board! @MLB @Mets
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8 months
Put on my @BlueEmu1 this morning before hitting the ocean. Felt great and I don’t stink.
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4 years
@CharlieDaniels ⁩ ⁦⁦ @opry ⁩ my heart is broken like the strings on Charlie’s bow. My CD fiddle and the bow he gave me! Gentlemen with greatness
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In 1983, I received a Ford Bronco II as a retirement gift. Tomorrow, it will be driving in the Opening Day parade with the @RedsMuseum and Red Stockings. #benchbronco
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Johnny Bench
3 years
Tears for me!
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Darren Rovell
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Unreal story here. Alan Horwitz ( @76erSixthMan ) spends more than $1 million at the Johnny Bench @HuntAuctions sale in November so that he can give rings and trophies back to his lifelong friend... @JohnnyBench_5 .
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If it wasn't for Ozzie Smith, he might have a few more Gold Gloves and All Stars...thus Hall of Famer? Happy Birthday Dave Concepcion @Reds
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4 years
@MLB ⁩ two thieves apprehended. Finally ⁦ @Cardinals ⁩ ⁦ @Dodgers
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5 years
Happy 5th of the new year from @baseballhall number 5’s.
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6 years
The most feared hitter I ever sat behind. I didn’t have a pitch that could get him out. Loved that man. Rest in Peace. #williemccovey @ Candlestick Park
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Congrats Jr. When you come to Cooperstown, please bring the items you took from my locker as a kid, or I'll take your ring! @BaseballHall
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With my Ben Crenshaw autographed hat, the King in the background and my #Masters jacket. I’m ready for the day!
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Congratulations to 2023 Johnny Bench Award winner, Ava Ratliff, for breaking the Indiana high school softball career home run record!
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On this date in 1972 & 76, I hit 3 World Series Home Runs. One off Vida Blue at Riverfront (‘72), two against New York Yankees Ed Figueroa and Dick Tidrow (‘76). #mlbpostseason
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Johnny Bench
7 years
Visit my hometown of Binger, OK and see all 10 Gold Gloves, 1970 MVP award, World Series trophies and more.
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7 years
Great game for @Sgennett2 as well. First @Reds to hit FOUR HR in a game? Scooterrific!
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In 1975 the Big Red Machine finished 1st in the NL West over the #Dodgers in 2nd place by 20 games, and later became World Series Champions over the Boston #RedSox .
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2 years
Changing into my kilt for the Bobby Nichols Invitational. We raised over $1.7 million for Abused Women and Children plus other worthy charities
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2 years
Jenkins to Bench #FieldofDreams
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I’m on clock 🕰 🔴 G: +275 (4th) 🔴 R: -12 (5th) 🔴 H: +34 (5th) 🔴 2B: -51 (5th) 🔴 HR: +64 (1st) 🔴 RBI: +323 (1st)
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Cincinnati Reds
3 years
Joey Votto's career totals and Reds franchise ranks on his 38th birthday. 🐐 🔴 G: 1,882 (6th) 🔴 R: 1,102 (3rd) 🔴 H: 2,013 (5th) 🔴 2B: 432 (3rd) 🔴 HR: 324 (T-2nd) 🔴 RBI: 1,052 (3rd) 🔴 BB: 1,277 (1st) 🔴 AVG: .302 (10th) 🔴 OBP: .416 (1st) 🔴 SLG: .519 (3rd) (min. 3,000 PA)
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7 years
Someone tell the # #Catcher for North Carolina Little League I want his autograph!
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4 years
Happy Johnny Bench Day! @RedsMuseum
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6 years
#HappyNewYears to all! Everyone be safe and responsible tonight, but celebrate your victories this year.
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#BobGibson I remember an All Star game catching Bob. You can be really smart when catching greatness! Put a sign down until he likes it and put your glove up and let him hit. The hitter wasn’t going to hit it.
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Johnny Bench
6 years
It’s time for Homer @Reds to change his delivery. For 4 years I’ve watched and he just shows the ball too long. No deception. I just think the change would benefit him. The hitter sees the ball for 63 ft almost.
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Tom Terrific is a man’s man with so much intelligence. We played bridge as partners and worked on the New York Times Sunday crossword puzzle together. Amazing professional and friend who I love to laugh with. I am so sad hear this news.
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My dad served 8 years protecting my right to pursue my dream of being a Major League Baseball player. Thank you to all service men and women. #HappyVeteransDay
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