On his way to Cooperstown, Terry Francona is making a stop on his scooter in Cincinnati to become the new manager of the Reds after stepping down as the Cleveland Guardians manager for 11 years in 2022.

CINCINNATI — Sitting in seat 27 C, Cincinnati Reds general manager Brad Meador had his notes strewn across the small seatback table on his flight to Tucson, Ariz. last Tuesday night.

Give Hall of Fame broadcaster Marty Brennaman an assist in putting Cincinnati Reds officials together with Terry Francona, the man who would become the team’s new manager.