Mar 16, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Jun 25, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Sam the bald eagle and his handler Eddie Annal from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden take the field for the final time before the first inning of the game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Sam and Ed were honored before the game for 20 years of appearances during the National Anthem at Great American Ball Park. Sam will go into retirement as his eyesight will keep him from performances going forward.; Mandatory Credit: PHOTOG