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Experience a unique convergence of baseball legacy and live entertainment with the Bluegrass World Series — Johnny Bench Game. Held at Louisville Slugger Field in 2018, this inaugural event celebrated baseball greatness while supporting military families and local charities. Johnny Bench, a cornerstone of the Big Red Machine, served as manager for the Louisville Stars, a team of former MLB players, guiding a week of themed nights culminating in a championship showdown. Since then, Bench has remained a prominent figure in the baseball community, including his 2025 reunion with the Big Red Machine in Cincinnati. We’ve got you covered for updates on upcoming appearances, where to catch the action, and how to secure your seats for future events.