Rettenmund hailed as Reds World Series hero in 1975 toast
Cincinnati veterans Pete Rose Tony Perez Johnny Bench and Joe Morgan celebrate Merv Rettenmund as the Series hero after a dramatic seven game win over Boston Rettenmund’s dugout cheer and crucial plays are recalled as the team hosts a Terrace Hilton party praising the club’s crown and Joe Morgan’s line drive homer.
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Tony Perez
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Joe Morgan
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Middies aim to clinch GMC title with home game versus Princeton
Middletown hosts Princeton at Barnitz Stadium in a critical GMC contest that will decide the league title. Coach Jack Gordon emphasizes defense and a strong 11 against Princeton’s high powered offense led by Daniels, Dumas, Hunter, and Yingling as the key to a Middies win.
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Big One Comes to Cincinnati Reds Triumph Celebration
Johnny Bench and family helped ignite a 25 000 strong crowd in Fountain Square after the Reds clinched their first World Series since 1940 applauded by fans. Pete Rose spoke of it being sweet and Bowie Kuhn presented the trophy as fans booed several team figures.
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Tami Italiano Cheered Reds From Wheelchair at Rally
A 10 year old Cincinnati Reds fan, Tami Italiano, cheered the team’s World Series win from Fountain Square in a wheelchair after a August car crash left her in a full leg cast. She met Sparky Anderson and most players, received autographs from Johnny Bench, and even claimed Bowie Kuhn’s batting helmet.
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President Ford Congratulates Sparky Anderson, Reds
President Gerald R. Ford phoned Cincinnati Reds manager Sparky Anderson late Thursday to congratulate the World Series champions. Reds executive Jeff Odenwald said Ford called to say the seven game series was very entertaining.
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