Reds Report:Our favorite Reds Viking photos as the team retires the tradition

The “Viking era” will be remembered for the Reds’ return to relevance in the playoff picture after a 100-loss season in 2022. ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ [Read in browser]( Reds Report Fri May 31 2024 [Our favorite Reds Viking photos as the team retires the tradition]( [The Cincinnati Reds retired their Viking-themed home run celebration this season, turning the page on one of baseball's most unique traditions. If you miss the celebration, here are some of our favorite photos from last season. Here, catcher Tyler Stephenson is given the helmet and cape by Jonathan India, left, and Kevin Newman after hitting a two-run homer against the San Diego Padres on June 30 at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.]( The “Viking era” will be remembered for the Reds’ return to relevance in the playoff picture after a 100-loss season in 2022. [READ MORE]( Advertisement [Third base umpire Angel Hernandez (5) looks over the Pirates dugout in the first inning of the MLB National League game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Monday, Sept. 27, 2021. The Reds led 8-1 in the top of the sixth inning. ]( [For subscribers] [Reds' Bell respectful of ump Hernandez' long career]( Cincinnati Reds manager David Bell left the cheap shots to others when he responded to the retirement this week of controversial ump Angel Hernandez. [READ MORE]( [HOUSTON, TEXAS - APRIL 23: Home plate umpire Angel Hernandez #5 calls Carlos Correa #1 of the Houston Astros out for batter interference in the seventh inning when he reached and touched a ball that was in play against the Minnesota Twins at Minute Maid Park on April 23, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images) ORG XMIT: 775308810 ORIG FILE ID: 1144696520]( [For subscribers] [Wittenmyer & Williams: Why umpire's harshest critics should look in mirror]( Wittenmyer & Williams: Ripping Angel Hernandez or any other umpire is the lowest of low-hanging fruits. Why reaction to ump's retirement reflects bigger problem. [READ MORE]( [May 29, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) attempts to ground the ball hit by St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn (not pictured) in the third inning at Great American Ball Park.]( [For subscribers] [The Reds' offense has a let-down showing in series loss to Cardinals]( On Wednesday, a pitcher who had just been called up from Triple-A threw six shutout innings against the Reds. [READ MORE]( [Cincinnati Reds outfielder TJ Friedl (29) gets set for his at bat in the eighth inning of a baseball game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Cincinnati Reds, Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.]( [For subscribers] [TJ Friedl's return from the IL gives the Reds something to smile about]( TJ Friedl was back in the leadoff spot for Wednesday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals [READ MORE]( Sign up for the news you want Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don’t miss out! We’re always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. [SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔]( Advertisement SUBSCRIBE TODAY Our Reporting. Your Stories. • Full access to subscriber-only content on all devices. • Share bonus subscription with a family member or friend. • The universal eNewspaper, the digital version of our print paper, plus bonus monthly magazines and hundreds of local papers. • Original reporting of our hometown teams, from high school sports to the pros. [SUBSCRIBE TODAY]( Time for a break! Brighten your day with one of our games. [Crosswords]( [USA TODAY Crossword]( [Our premier puzzle for crossword fans.]( [Sudoku]( [Challenge your left-brain from Easy to Expert.]( [Quick Cross]( [Our daily mini crossword is perfect for a quick brain break.]( [SEE ALL GAMES]( [Newsletters]( | [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( Follow Us Problem viewing email? [View in browser]( [Unsubscribe]( • [Manage Newsletters]( • [Terms of Service]( • [Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights]( • [Privacy Notice]( • [Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy]( • [Feedback](