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The Cincinnati Reds, 1900-1950 (Images of Baseball) (Images of Baseball)
The Cincinnati Reds 19001950 - Images of Baseball Author:Kevin Grace In the first half of the twentieth century, the Cincinnati Redsthough only rarely dominant on the fieldexerted considerable influence over the world of organized baseball. The creation of the World Series, baseballs first de facto commissioner, nighttime baseball beneath the lights, radio broadcasts, and modern grou... more »ndskeepingall
innovations in major league baseball that can be attributed to the Cincinnati Reds. The 1919 Reds played in one of the most infamous sporting events ever, winning the World Series over the scandal-ridden Chicago Black Sox. They returned to the Fall Classic in 1939 and 1940 without controversy, winning the championship in 40. This is the era of The Palace of the Fans and Crosley Field, of a 15-year-old pitcher turned Cincinnati legend, and of Hall of Famers Ed Roush, Eppa Rixey, and Ernie Lombardi.« less