The Savannah Bananas bring their viral Banana Ball to the Queen City this week.
The Georgia-based exhibition baseball team, dubbed the “greatest show in sports” by ESPN, hosts a three-game series at Great American Ball Park on June 19-21, as part of the team’s Banana Ball World Tour.
Over the years, the Bananas have hosted several Cincinnati Reds legends, including former Big Red Machine great Johnny Bench in West Palm Beach, Florida, in 2022, as well as Todd Frazier, Bronson Arroyo and Sean Casey at GABP last year.
So, will any current or former Reds players appear at the Bananas’ upcoming sold-out shows at Great American Ball Park?
Here’s what we know.
Will any Cincinnati Reds or Bengals players appear at the Savannah Bananas’ games?
None of the three teams, the Bananas, Reds or Bengals, could share any information about potential guest appearances at the Bananas’ stint at Great American Ball Park. However, current Reds players are unlikely to attend the show, since the team plays in New York City from June 19-21.
Although the Bengals are currently in their offseason, it’s unknown whether any players will be in attendance for the Bananas games.
Past special guests at Savannah Bananas games
Bananas games have featured appearances by a handful of NFL and former MLB players over the years.
Former Yankees pitcher Joba Chamberlain pitched the fourth inning of a game June 11, per the New York Post. Patrick Mahomes, Super Bowl champion and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, also attended a Bananas game at Kauffman Stadium on May 31.
Super Bowl champion and NFL Hall of Famer Drew Brees made an appearance during the Bananas’ exhibition games at the Caesars Superdome on March 15. The New Orleans Saints’ current quarterback, Tyler Shough, also made an appearance.
Guests haven’t been limited to former athletes. So, maybe a local celebrity from another profession could make an appearance in Cincinnati.
Country star Riley Green, the All-American Rejects, Train’s Pat Monahan and Big Time Rush are among the other celebs to appear at Bananas games.
Who appeared at the Savannah Bananas games in Cincinnati in 2025?
Former Red and 2015 Home Run Derby king Todd Frazier made a surprise appearance during the Bananas’ Cincinnati debut at Great American Ball Park in June 2025, followed by a special musical performance from Reds Hall of Fame pitcher Bronson Arroyo.
Sean Casey, the former Reds first baseman, also shocked the crowd with an at-bat during the game.
When do Savannah Bananas play in Cincinnati at Great American Ball Park?
The Bananas visit Great American Ball Park for a three-night stint, June 19-21.
What time do the Savannah Bananas play at Great American Ball Park?
The show kicks off at 7 p.m. June 19-20 and 3 p.m. June 21.
Where to buy Savannah Bananas tickets
Tickets can be purchased on the Bananas’ Fans First Tickets app, or on resale sites, such as StubHub and SeatGeek.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Will Savannah Bananas bring out any Bengals or former Reds stars?
Reporting by Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer / Cincinnati Enquirer
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