Johnny Bench

SEPTEMBER 17, 1983 — On “Johnny Bench Night,” the legendary catcher was celebrated by the home crowd at Riverfront Stadium and the backstop did not disappoint. In typical Bench fashion, the 35-year-old went 2-for-3, including a game-tying home run in the third inning. Bench gave his fans a night to remember as he bid farewell to the Game he thrived in during his 17-year career.