Special events spice up offseason Oct 18, 2008
In the works as Opening Day approaches will be exhibits that pay tribute to Crosley Field and a new 22-stop audio tour voiced by past Reds. Next season will also feature items from the Negro Leagues, in conjunction with the June 20, 2009, Civil Rights game between the Reds and White Sox. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Cubs get to wave goodbye to Shea Sep 25, 2008
The franchise has combined to hit 395 at Polo Grounds V in New York, 359 at Sportsman's Park II in St. Louis, 299 at Ebbets Field in Brooklyn, 292 at Crosley Field in Cincinnati, 272 at Forbes Field in Pittsburgh and 239 at Shibe Park in Philadelphia. Did you know that Shea Stadium is where Cubs first-base coach Matt Sinatro hit his only home run. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
More to Stadium closing than goodbye Sep 24, 2008
I grew up in a small town in Ohio and Crosley Field in Cincinnati was the first place I attended a game with my family. I fell in love with the game of Major League Baseball the first time I saw Crosley and the terrace in left field and the pure white uniforms of the hometown Reds. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
ON BASEBALL:Only the memories and the ghosts remain Sep 22, 2008
So much of our history has been scrapped: The Polo Grounds and its steps to the clubhouse in center field, Crosley Field and the terrace in left field, Tiger Stadium and the overhang in right. Much of Yankee Stadium's distinctive grandeur disappeared in the 1974-75 renovation, with the copper frieze removed along with the wooden seats. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Arroyo vying to reach benchmarks Sep 21, 2008
That was enough to help earn Jay a 3-2 win over the Pirates at Crosley Field. Center fielder Jay Bruce left after getting hit on the right hand by a pitch in the bottom of the fourth inning Saturday. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Zambrano's encore could help clinch Sep 19, 2008
The only pitcher to throw back-to-back no-hitters was Johnny Vander Meer of the Cincinnati Reds, who did so in consecutive starts on June 11, 1938, at Crosley Field in Cincinnati and four days later in Brooklyn at Ebbets Field. "We'll see," Cedeno said. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Past their time Sep 12, 2008
He has two seats from Cincinnati's old Crosley Field in his garden at home. Significance: It's where he hit his first major league homer. (CBS News)
Baseball Hall of Fame: where the past comes alive Aug 21, 2008
Everybody knows that Robinson had to face racism and hatred, but to actually see the real shreds of paper, with the real handwriting of Cincinnati players telling him that if he shows up to Crosley Field, they will end his life is more than a bit unnerving. For a place so small (it is considered a "village) it holds so much history that it might just burst into a limestone supernova of stats, typewriters, and old cleats. The town is well-versed in the old legends, the men who carried them, and... (Kalona News, IA)
Mets highly anticipate post-break play Jul 16, 2008
This date in Mets history: July 14 Starter Jack Fisher, still pitching in the 10th inning, surrendered a run on hits by Floyd Robinson, Vada Pinson and Tony Perez, and the Mets lost, 1-0, to the Reds at Crosley Field in 1966. In '69, in his first start following the Imperfect Game against the Cubs at Shea Stadium, Tom Seaver allowed one run. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Minute Maid named to Top 10 ballparks Jun 28, 2008
Minute Maid Park: Houston's domed ballpark, which opened as Enron Field eight years ago, is almost a composite, borrowing Boston's short left-field wall, the 80-odd outfield angles of Brooklyn's Ebbets Field and even the old outfield incline from Cincinnati's Crosley Field. The Crawford Boxes, 315 feet from home plate atop the left-field wall, are a tempting target for hitters. (The Citizen - online, TX)
The First Night Baseball Games Jun 21, 2008
Lights were installed at the old Crosley Field and on May 24, 1935, the Reds defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 2-1 in the first night game. MacPhail s gamble paid off when fans flocked to the night games. (Suite101.com)
Reds dedicating night to Nuxhall Jun 5, 2008
June 10 is the 64th anniversary or Nuxhall's first big league win, which he pitched against the Cardinals at Crosley Field at the tender age of 15 years, 10 months and 11 days old. The appearance made him the youngest 00001C82 player in the 20th century to reach the Majors. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Chipper tearin' it up May 31, 2008
Cincy (since I can t spell) played at Crosley Field until mid 1970 when Riverfront Stadium was ready. Riverfront was almost a replica of the old Atlanta/Fulton Co. Stadium as were several other parks built for baseball and football in the 60 s and 70 s.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for May 24 May 25, 2008
The event then considered a novelty drew 20,000 fans to Crosley Field in Cincinnati to watch the Reds defeat the Phillies, 2 to 1. Now, most games on the schedule are played at night, so fans can watch their favorite teams in their off hours. (PR Newswire)
For baseball nuts, private Cincinnati gallery a field of dreams May 5, 2008
A seat from the Reds' stadium before Crosley Field is there, too. Is this heaven. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Kent, Martin each homer in Dodgers 11-2 in win over Pirates Apr 16, 2008
Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully recalled a game in 1951 at Cincinnati's Crosley Field, where Robinson received pregame death threats. Teammate Gene Hermanski suggested during a pregame clubhouse meeting that all the players wear No. 42, thinking it would confuse any potential assassin. (Anchorage Daily News)
Dodgers, Red Sox play for 115300 Mar 30, 2008
" This was for Ebbets Field, Crosley Field, the Polo Grounds, Shibe Park and Forbes Field and all the other long-gone baseball shrines no one can ever revisit. And this was to connect a team with its DNA and with its fans, in numbers and proximity seldom seen. Perhaps Dr. Charles Steinberg, chief of marketing for the Dodgers, captured best the lure of "the opportunity to take people back to the time in their lives when they may have fallen in love with baseball. " By noon, seven hours before... (MLB.com)
Nuxhall on display in tribute exhibit Mar 23, 2008
The exhibit features many game-worn items, including caps from Nuxhall's stints with the Reds and Kansas City A's, and his Reds jerseys from 1953 and 1966, which are hung in a Crosley Field locker. Also on display is Nuxhall's Reds Hall of Fame plaque, his golf bag, family photos from his youth, and many items depicting his high-spirited time in the booth with Brennaman, including an Elvis Presley bust and the bright yellow "Banana Phone" that was used to take calls during rain delays. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Players excited about new stadium Feb 22, 2008
"I'm sure they'll try to make it as fan-friendly as possible. With the retractable roof it'll ensure people there will be a game starting on time and they won't get rained on." Marlins special assistant Tony Perez said the new fan base will emerge "in the long run. I've been waiting for 15 years." Perez started his Hall of Fame career with Cincinnati at old Crosley Field. He remembers the excitement when Riverfront Stadium opened in 1970. (The Palm Beach Post)
Former Reds GM Howsam dies Feb 20, 2008
The Sporting News' Major League Executive of the Year in 1973, Howsam also presided over the Reds' move from Crosley Field to Riverfront Stadium in 1970. He expanded the front office and created public relations programs like the Straight-A Student Program that rewarded hard work in school. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Larkin elected to Reds Hall of Fame Dec 6, 2007
He was in charge when the team won its first World Series in 1919 and spearheaded the construction of Redland Field, later known as Crosley Field, where the team played from 1912-1970. In 1903, Herrmann was chosen by baseball owners to be the president of the National Commission, baseball's governing body at the time, and held that title until 192 000028A0 0. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Atlanta columnist writes about Cincinnati for Thanksgiving Nov 22, 2007
I like to go where Crosley Field was, out near the train station, and imagine Pete Rose giving odds to the clubhouse boys on bets on the horses that afternoon. That s actually a fairly recent thought which is unfortunate because it really screws up the childhood stuff too bad. (Cincinnati Nation)
Joe Nuxhall, fixture on scene of Cincinnati Reds for decades Nov 17, 2007
Mr. Nuxhall was so rattled when summoned to warm up that he tripped on the top step of the dugout and fell on his face in front of 3,510 fans at Crosley Field. He was terrified when it came time to walk to the mound. (Boston Globe)
Fans took to Nuxhall and his down-home style of calling games Nov 17, 2007
When told by manager Bill McKechnie to warm up, he tripped on the top step of the dugout and fell on his face in front of 3,510 fans at Crosley Field. Nuxhall walked one and retired two batters before glancing at the on-deck circle and seeing Musial. (WKRC.com, OH)
Obituaries in the news Nov 17, 2007
Nuxhall was so rattled when summoned to warm up that he tripped on the top step of the dugout and fell on his face in front of 3,510 fans at Crosley Field. He was terrified when it came time to walk to the mound. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Nuxhall holds distinct record Nov 17, 2007
Nuxhall was just 15 years, 10 months and 11 days old when he pitched for the Reds against the Cardinals on June 10, 1944, in front of about 3,500 fans at Crosley Field. He is the youngest player to ever appear in a big league game. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Cincinnati Reds Announcer, Pitcher Joe Nuxhall Dies Nov 16, 2007
Nuxhall was so rattled when summoned to warm up that he tripped on the top step of the dugout and fell on his face in front of 3,510 fans at Crosley Field ... "Those people that were at Crosley Field that afternoon probably said, 'Well, that's the last we'll see of that kid,"' Nuxhall said. (FOX19.com, OH)
Big League Dreams Oct 10, 2007
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Mets notes: Castillo's injury creates logjam Aug 26, 2007
He was the winning pitcher in a 3-1 victory against the Reds at Crosley Field. In San Diego, the '69 Mets swept a doubleheader against the Padres for the third time in 10 days, with Tom Seaver and Jim McAndrew pitching complete games. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Fans speak out on attendance Aug 14, 2007
I have been an avid baseball fan since I went to my first game at Crosley Field in Cincinnati when I was four years old, more than 72 years ago. When I moved to Phoenix 39 years ago I followed the Reds closely until the Diamondbacks entered the National League in 1998. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Voting for 2008 Reds Hall of Fame Class Starts Aug. 1 Jul 26, 2007
For the first three decades of the Reds Hall of Fames existence, fans determined which Reds players would be inducted by completing ballots at Crosley Field and Riverfront Stadium. The Hall of Fame is pleased to revive this tradition for a new generation of Reds fans. (WKRC.com, OH)
Barry bad decision there, Bud Jul 26, 2007
I saw him hit a line drive home run in Crosley Field, home of the Cincinnati Reds, to the deepest part of the park 294 feet in right center field. Give me a break. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Mets notes: Henderson's rockin' past Jul 22, 2007
They were swept in a doubleheader by the Reds at Crosley Field, with Roger Craig and Al Jackson, respective 24-game and 20-game losers by the end of the season, the pitchers of record in 11-4 and 4-3 losses. The Mets were in the midst of a 7-31 sequence that put their record 53 games under. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Notes: HoJo officially the hitting coach Jul 14, 2007
This date in Mets history, July 14: Starter Jack Fisher, still pitching in the 10th inning, surrendered a run on hits by Floyd Robinson, Vada Pinson and Tony Perez, and the Mets lost, 1-0, to the Reds at Crosley Field on this date in 1966. In 1969, in his first start following the Imperfect Game against the Cubs at Shea Stadium, Tom Seaver allowed one run. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Recalling banner days for the all-time Bay Area All-Stars Jul 9, 2007
1938, at Crosley Field, Cincinnati: Playing in his home park, the Reds' Ernie Lombardi singles home Mel Ott for what proves to be the winning run. Catching the entire game in sweltering heat, the portly Lombardi reportedly loses 14 pounds. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Wilkinson a shining light for Negro Leagues Jul 1, 2007
The Major Leagues went to night baseball in 1935 and played its first game under the lights on May 24, 1935 at Crosley Field in Cincinnati between the Reds and the Phillies. "It was a savior in general during the Depression," Lester said. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Notes: Attitude different this year May 17, 2007
The Official Site of The Cleveland Indians: News: Cleveland Indians News. 05/16/2007 8:50 PM ET Notes: Tribe has different attitude now Players notice fun atmosphere in clubhouse after tough '06 By David Briggs / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Mets notes: Alou set to shoulder load May 2, 2007
This date in Mets history -- May 2: Little Alvin Jackson pitched a two-hitter in the Mets' 3-0 victory at Crosley Field in Cincinnati on this date in 1964. Jackson beat Jim Maloney, whose career record against the Mets was 19-8. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Sox tie mark with four straight homers Apr 23, 2007
June 8, 1961: Four consecutive Milwaukee Braves batters homered in the seventh inning of a game at Crosley Field in Cincinnati. Eddie Mathews, Hank Aaron, Joe Adcock and Frank Thomas hit home runs off two Reds hurlers, but, even with two other Braves four-baggers, including another by Mathews and one by pitcher Warren Spahn, the Reds prevailed, 10-8. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Evertt Johnson shares his baseball memories: Apr 4, 2007
His home park, Crosley Field in Cincinnati, was noteworthy for having an incline leading up to its outfield fence. He also was in other long-gone parks, like the Brooklyn Dodger s Ebbets Field and the Polo Grounds, home of the New York Giants. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Book of Reds highlights on deck for Opening Day Mar 31, 2007
He has already written six books on the Reds, including "Crosley Field," "Big Red Dynasty" and "The First Boys of Summer," the story of the 1869 Reds. So he had an idea of what would make a good Reds book. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Cincinnati eager for Opening Day parade Mar 24, 2007
"The players also participated. Everyone walked down the street to old Crosley Field. The players lived in Cincinnati and were part of the community.". For most of the 20th century, the Reds' first-team status earned them the honor of playing the first National League game of each season. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Reds Hall of Fame exhibit excites Rose Mar 14, 2007
The exhibit will showcase items from Rose's 24-year playing career including seasons played in both Crosley Field and Riverfront Stadium. Rose's managerial career and subsequent banishment from baseball will not be addressed in the exhibit. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Rose exhibit set to open March 17 Mar 9, 2007
The exhibit will showcase items from Rose's 24-year playing career (1963-1986), including seasons played in both Crosley Field and Riverfront Stadium. Rose's managerial career and subsequent banishment from baseball following an investigation into his gambling activities will not be addressed in the exhibit. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
50 Years of the San Francisco Giants - 1958 Jan 19, 2007
A 4-3 Giants victory against the at Crosley Field on July 29 put them back in first place, but a six-game losing streak ensured that the Giants would never see first place again that season. The Giants ended up finishing 12 games behind the repeat NL champion Milwaukee Braves, who lost the World Series to the in seven games. (San Francisco, TheInsiders.com)
