Darin Ruf, a former MLB player, has filed a lawsuit against the Cincinnati Reds, claiming that unsafe field conditions at Great American Ball Park led to a career-ending injury. Ruf alleges that an uncovered tarp contributed to the incident that severely impacted his playing career. In his complaint, he asserts that the risks associated with the field conditions were both obvious and avoidable. The lawsuit highlights concerns regarding player safety in relation to the management of the playing surface.