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A timeline of memorable moments for Cincinnati Reds radio broadcaster Marty Brennaman

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We're looking back at some of the most memorable moments from Marty Brennaman’s 46-year career as the Cincinnati Reds' radio broadcaster.

1974: Marty Brennaman joins Joe Nuxhall as broadcaster for the Cincinnati Reds on WLW-AM (700) radio, the beginning of the legendary “Marty and Joe” team. The Portsmouth, Virginia, native came from Virginia Tech to replace Al Michaels in the broadcast booth.

April 4, 1974: In the first inning of his first regular-season game, Brennaman calls Braves slugger Hank Aaron’s 714th home run to tie Babe Ruth’s record on Opening Day at Riverfront Stadium.