During the Cincinnati Reds' 8-4 victory over the Seattle Mariners, fans at Great American Ball Park engaged in a pitch-clock countdown in the bottom of the 7th inning. Originating from a game against the San Francisco Giants earlier in the season, the fans chanted the countdown in advance of the clock, drawing praise from Fanduel Sports Network's John Sadak and Hall of Famer Barry Larkin for their enthusiasm and engagement.
The countdown tradition, where fans anticipate and chant the pitch clock's countdown ahead of time, has resonated with the Cincinnati crowd since its inception during the series finale against the Giants on March 30. This unique fan-led initiative has sparked excitement and involvement in the ballpark, with the fans demonstrating a strong connection to the game and their team, a sentiment echoed by Larkin who praised the fans for their dedication and enthusiasm, highlighting a newfound energy in Cincinnati's baseball atmosphere.