Highlighting a wooden stadium seat from Crosley Field, vintage catcher’s masks, baseball gloves, and an autographed portrait of Lou Gehrig, this room is easily Chris Smith’s favorite area in his home. Check out the article ‘Let’s Play Ball’ in the Summer issue! | A Primitive Place Magazine

3.6K views · 41 reactions | On April 19, 1972 the demolition of Crosley Field begins when 2 year-old Pete Rose, Jr. pulls a lever that sends a wrecking ball into the side of the former home of the Cincinnati Reds. The left field terrace area will become a parking lot but is still distinguishable due to its slope and proximity to York Street. The Reds had played at Crosley Field since 1912. | Davenport Sports Network | Facebook

57K views · 317 reactions | CROSLEY FIELD: Home to the Reds 1912-1970 ⚾ ARCHIVES: Who remembers Crosley Field? One of baseball's great stadiums, watch rare footage from the Reds' final game: https://bit.ly/2IjWJHv | WLWT | Facebook