A Beckett G5 full ticket from Johnny Bench’s final game and final major-league hit.

Why This Ticket Matters

On September 29, 1983, Johnny Bench made the final appearance of his 17-year career as the Cincinnati Reds hosted the San Francisco Giants at Riverfront Stadium.

Bench entered as a pinch hitter in the fifth inning and delivered a two-run single to left field. The hit became both the final hit and final runs batted in of his Hall of Fame career.

This full ticket represents the last game of the player widely regarded as one of baseball’s greatest catchers and a central figure of Cincinnati’s Big Red Machine.

Seller’s note: Historical information in this “Why This Ticket Matters” section is presented for general context and has not been independently verified for correctness.

Ticket Details

• Date: September 29, 1983
• Teams: Cincinnati Reds vs. San Francisco Giants
• Venue: Riverfront Stadium, Cincinnati
• Final score: Giants 11, Reds 7
• Significance: Johnny Bench’s final game, hit and RBI
• Format: Full ticket, Beckett G5