Top 27 Cincinnati Reds Players of All Time

From Big Red Machine legends who defined an era to modern-day standouts making their own mark, this list spans over a century of Cincinnati baseball. Cast your vote for the ultimate Reds icon.

1

Pete Rose

MLB's all-time hits leader and cornerstone of the 1970s Big Red Machine dynasty.

1000pts

2

Johnny Bench

Hall of Fame catcher, two-time MVP who revolutionized defensive catching.

814pts

3

Frank Robinson

Hall of Fame outfielder and 1961 NL MVP who later became MLB's first Black manager.

670pts

4

Bucky Walters

Ace right-hander who won the 1939 NL MVP and led Cincinnati to a World Series title.

574pts

5

Chris Sabo

Rookie of the Year third baseman known for his trademark goggles and 1990 title run.

574pts

6

Ted Kluszewski

Muscular 1950s first baseman famous for cutting the sleeves off his jersey.

574pts

7

Jose Rijo

1990 World Series MVP whose dominant pitching anchored Cincinnati's sweep of Oakland.

574pts

8

Eric Davis

Five-tool center fielder and key contributor to the 1990 World Series championship team.

446pts

9

Scott Rolen

Hall of Fame third baseman whose elite defense anchored Cincinnati's infield late in his career.

446pts

10

Tony Perez

Hall of Fame first baseman and clutch RBI machine of the Big Red Machine.

446pts

11

Barry Larkin

Hall of Fame shortstop and 1995 NL MVP who spent his entire 19-year career in Cincinnati.

446pts

12

Sean Casey

Beloved first baseman nicknamed 'The Mayor,' a three-time All-Star in the 2000s.

446pts

13

Bronson Arroyo

Durable 2000s starting pitcher known for his distinctive high leg-kick delivery.

365pts

14

Brandon Phillips

Gold Glove second baseman known for flashy defense and durability in the 2000s-2010s.

365pts

15

Ken Griffey Jr.

Hall of Fame center fielder who returned to play for his hometown team starting in 2000.

268pts

16

Adam Dunn

Prolific power hitter who topped 40 home runs five times while with the Reds.

268pts

17

Dave Parker

Power-hitting right fielder who captured the 1985 NL MVP award with the Reds.

268pts

18

Joe Morgan

Hall of Fame second baseman and two-time MVP who was the engine of the Big Red Machine.

268pts

19

George Foster

Slugging left fielder who led the National League with 52 home runs in 1977.

268pts

20

Joey Votto

2010 NL MVP first baseman renowned for elite plate discipline and on-base skill.

268pts

21

Aroldis Chapman

Flame-throwing closer who set the MLB pitch-speed record while with Cincinnati.

268pts

22

Edd Roush

Hall of Fame center fielder and two-time NL batting champion of the 1920s.

268pts

23

Bid McPhee

19th-century Hall of Fame second baseman, the last great barehanded infielder.

268pts

24

Dave Concepcion

Slick-fielding shortstop and five-time Gold Glove winner of the Big Red Machine era.

149pts

25

Elly De La Cruz

Electrifying young shortstop known for record-setting speed and raw power.

149pts

26

Ernie Lombardi

Hall of Fame catcher known for a powerful bat despite famously slow foot speed.

149pts

27

Jim Maloney

Hard-throwing 1960s ace who threw two no-hitters during his Reds career.

149pts