Donna Lyons Interviews Major League Baseballs Hall of Fame Great Johnny Bench

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As the leader of Cincinnati’s Big Red Machine team of the 1970s, in which he helped the franchise to four National League pennants and two World Series titles, Johnny was a 10-time Gold Glove Award winner as the result of his skilled handling of pitchers, unparalleled defensive skills and a lightning quick throwing arm that would intimidate would-be base runners. Bench also provided a potent bat, knocking out 389 home runs and leading the league in RBI three times and homers twice. Highly honored during his career, Johnny won the 1968 NL Rookie of the Year, was a two-time NL MVP and 14-time All-Star. Jonny received the game’s ultimate honor when he was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1989. Since baseball career retirement Johnny has had two children now ages 7 and 10. This spurred Johnny to create an app along with Smithfield Foods to help keep kids safe. It’s called Smithfield School App. They want each student to face each school day with the most confidence and safety. They want each student to be in control of their own safety right at their fingertips and keep parents updated on any happenings even emergencies from the schools.