Cincinnati Reds Ditch Viking Helmet for Private Tunnel Celebrations

The team retires its popular home run props, opting for a new, unseen ritual amid recent struggles and a surprising winning streak.

The Reds have replaced their Viking helmet and cape home run celebration with a private ritual in the clubhouse tunnel.
The decision was led by players Spencer Steer and Luke Maile, aiming to refresh team morale.
The new celebration began during a series against the Dodgers, coinciding with a four-game winning streak.
The change follows a difficult period where the Reds lost 18 of 23 games and struggled offensively.
Fans have expressed mixed reactions, with some lamenting the end of the Viking helmet tradition.