Reds pulling out all the stops for Kyle Schwarber. They just had Schwarber catch ceremonial first pitches thrown out by his dad and his youth baseball coach. Schwarber, of course, grew up less than an hour from Great American Ball Park.

Aug 8, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) runs the bases after hitting a home run during the first inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images / Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

"I've always said that … if you would ask the childhood Kyle what team you'd like to play for, it would be Cincinnati," Schwarber said.