Overview

• Darin Ruf filed a lawsuit in Hamilton County Court, accusing the Cincinnati Reds of negligence after a 2023 injury ended his MLB career.
• The incident occurred when Ruf collided with an uncovered and unpadded metal tarp roller while chasing a foul ball at Great American Ball Park.
• Ruf's attorney, Tad Thomas, called the hazard an 'obvious and avoidable risk,' emphasizing MLB teams' responsibility to ensure safe field conditions.
• The lawsuit seeks punitive and compensatory damages, claiming the Reds failed to take reasonable precautions and are liable for the grounds crew's actions.
• The Reds have not yet publicly responded to the lawsuit, which could have broader implications for MLB field safety protocols.