Legend:
Riverfront Stadium was famously known for being the home of the Big Red Machine. From 1970-1976, the Reds had a team consisting of Pete Rose, Joe Morgan, Tony Perez, Ken Griffey Sr, and Dave Concepcion. During that span they averaged to win nearly 98 times a season, while capturing 5 NL West titles, 4 pennants, and 2 rings. Riverfront Stadium’s artificial grass was a perfect fit for the speedy contact hitting team; according to the Red’s manager and owner. The great stadium that held a capacity up to 52952, had many historical moments and venues. Hank Aaron was the first to hit a homer in the stadium when the Reds hosted the Braves on the opening day of the stadium in June of 1970. A month later, the all-star game was held there, and the same went for the 1988 when the game was again held at the big venue. The distance to left and right field was 330 feet, while to reach center it was 404 feet. The construction of the stadium cost $45 million and not only held the talents of the Reds, but also the Cincinnati Bengals football team from 1970-1999; the Reds remained until 2002 (it was later demolished in December). It may not have been the most magnificent stadium, but it sure did have history. RIP Riverfront Stadium.
