Former Cincinnati Reds and players who starred at Greater Cincinnati high schools or universities are among those local fans can root for - with the Reds watching from home again this year - in the 2019 World Series.
WASHINGTON NATIONALS
Relief pitcher Tanner Rainey
Seasons spent with Reds: 2018
Postseason experience: none
*Outfielder Adam Eaton was a Miami University standout
Manager Dave Martinez
Seasons spent with Reds (as player): 1992
Postseason experience (as manager): none
Vice President, Senior Advisor to the General Manager Bob Boone
Seasons spent (as manager) with Reds:2001-03
Senior Advisor to the General Manager Jack McKeon
Seasons spent (as manager) with Reds:1997-2000
HOUSTON ASTROS
*Pitcher Joe Smith was an Amelia High School standout