Marshall Kramsky

1 week ago | wcpo.com | Marshall Kramsky

CINCINNATI — Cincinnati Bearcats catcher Kory Klingenback grew up with the same goal many young ballplayers in the area have. "Cincinnati kids want to play for Cincinnati," Klingenback said. It wasn't an easy path, but Klingenback is living out his dream. "They didn't really look at me out of high school. I had the opportunity to come here after junior college. It was just surreal to me that it all came true… what this place means to me is quite insane," Klingenback said.

3 weeks ago | wcpo.com | Marshall Kramsky

CINCINNATI — In Cincinnati, the number 14 just means more. All season, the Reds have been wearing a “14” patch for the late Pete Rose. “I will wear that as proudly as you can,” Reds manager Terry Francona said. Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred announced Tuesday that Pete Rose is among multiple deceased players, including "Shoeless" Joe Jackson, removed from the permanently ineligible list.

4 weeks ago | wcpo.com | Marshall Kramsky

CINCINNATI — The leadoff hitter must be someone who sets the tone. TJ Friedl typically occupies the top spot in the Reds order, and he embodies a leadoff mindset. "I always play with a chip on my shoulder," Friedl said. "It’s something I take pride in … being the best version of myself and giving 110% on the field."Friedl began his "grind it out" mentality at a young age. "Always being undersized. Never being the best player on the field.

1 month ago | wcpo.com | Marshall Kramsky

CINCINNATI — A 162-game season takes a toll on every player — and manager — in Major League Baseball. The Reds' secret to being prepared has evolved over the years, but there's one clear favorite in the clubhouse: Pilates. Almost the entire Reds team has adapted Pilates into their routine. "I’ve been working with Robyn (Cohen) a lot, the Pilates instructor here, because I’m tight," Reds second baseman Matt McLain said during spring training.

2 months ago | wcpo.com | Marshall Kramsky

CINCINNATI — About one week into the MLB season and all anyone wants to talk about is the “Torpedo Bat."The Reds beat the Texas Rangers 14-3 at home during their second homestand of the season, a win that was highlighted by Elly De La Cruz's 2 home runs and seven RBIs, all while using the torpedo bat for the first time. “I think it’s more the player than that the bat, I really do,” Reds Manager Terry Francona said after the Reds win. Louisville Slugger makes the bats.