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Just finished interviewing Yasiel Puig. He told me “I love my teammates” and “I loved Cincinnati.” His bats, glove and cleats were all packed up. Puig ended the interview by shaking every reporter’s hand and thanking us for working with him. Good dude.
#Reds
Personal update: I am taking a break from sports reporting to focus on my mental health. I’ve battled depression for 15 years. These last 3 months have been the hardest. But I finally want to make a big change and be happy with myself. I’m ready to beat this thing. And I will!
Oh my Money Mac. Joe Burrow says Evan McPherson told the Bengals bench “it looks like we are going to the AFC Championship game” as he walked out to kick the game-winning FG.
#Bengals
The Reds are hitting rock bottom. Fans are paying for billboards, flying a banner next to the ballpark calling out the front office, and wearing bags on their heads in the stands. This is really sad to watch the Reds historic franchise crash and burn. Cincinnati deserves better.
The biggest Andy Dalton stat you need to know: the Andy and JJ Dalton Foundation has donated millions of dollars to help Cincinnati families, sick children and local hospitals, impacting an estimated 4.9 million people since 2011.
Out of high school, Baker Mayfield only had offers from Rice, New Mexico and Florida Atlantic before walking on at Texas Tech and then walking on again at Oklahoma. He just won the Heisman Trophy.
#respect
The Reds are officially at rock bottom. After today's loss, the Reds will be 3-19 for the worst start to a season in franchise history. One of baseball's most historic franchises is crashing and burning. And there's still 140 games to go. Cincinnati fans deserve better.
#Reds
Since Phil Castellini asked fans “where you gonna go?” on Opening Day, the Reds have lost 6 straight games by a combined score of 43-15, they’ve never had a lead, and the team owns the worst record in baseball at 2-8.
It’s official: Bengals vs. Saints will be played in New Orleans this season. Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase will have their Louisiana homecoming at the Superdome. What a special moment for them and the fans.
#Bengals
#LSU
Since Phil Castellini asked fans “where you gonna go?” on Opening Day, the Reds have lost 11 straight games by a combined score of 68-20, they’ve had a lead for 18 pitches, and the team owns the worst record in baseball at 2-13.
Today is going to be a tough day at work. My cousin Ben, basically my older brother, passed away suddenly yesterday. He was a big Bengals fan and was supposed to be at the game. I believe in the power of sport. Saho family really needs it today. I’ll be saying Who Dey for Ben.
The Reds and Bob Castellini have sent a clear message to Cincinnati: They don't care about winning. After Opening Day, I think we are going to see a serious shift in fans giving up on this franchise. Who can blame them? Bobblehead giveaways just aren't good enough anymore.
I don’t think people who aren’t from Cincinnati can really understand how we feel. Our last major championship was in 1990. The Bengals and the Reds winning means so much to this city. We are going to get our championship soon. It’s coming.
Joe Burrow could’ve drove out the back gate at Paul Brown Stadium. Instead he drives right by hundreds of Bengals fans to wave at them. That says a lot about Joey B.
#Bengals
Since Phil Castellini told fans “be careful what you ask for” on Opening Day, the Reds have lost 9 straight games by a combined score of 59-18, they’ve had a lead for 18 pitches, and the team owns the worst record in baseball at 2-11.
I can’t explain it to people who aren’t from Cincinnati, but there’s just something different about this city when the Reds are winning. The 513 just loves baseball.
Cincinnati is a baseball town. This is what it looked like the last time the Reds hosted a postseason game. This city deserves to see October baseball again.
I quit drinking. Don’t know if it’s a forever thing, but I know it’s the right thing right now. Alcohol has played a big part in my depression with me drinking almost every day for 10 years. Sharing this to motivate anyone who wants to make a change too. Love y’all.
If this is true, it's a bad look for the Reds.
1. Fans have a right to voice their frustrations.
2. Bengals fans did this for years during losing seasons and I can't remember ever seeing a fan punished for it.
@BrandonSaho
My friend was at the game today wearing a bag with "sell the team Bob" on it. He was told to remove it or else he'd be ejected from his diamond seats. Bob and Phil are shaking in their boots
A Joe Mixon story I’ve never told. When I posted about my suicidal struggles, he was one of the first people to text me. My first time back in the locker room from the hospital, he walked to the parking lot to talk after our interview. That meant a lot. Thank you
@Joe_MainMixon
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Rose Lavelle already has a mural in Cincinnati. She just scored a goal to lead the USA to a World Cup title. She deserves a statue and unlimited Skyline for life.
Since Phil Castellini asked fans “sell the team to who?” on Opening Day, the Reds have lost 10 straight games by a combined score of 63-20, they’ve had a lead for 18 pitches, and the team owns the worst record in baseball at 2-12.
This is the first time any Cincinnati fan 26 years old or younger has been alive for a Bengals playoff win or a Reds playoff series win. A whole generation has never seen a playoff win until now.
Cincinnati fans bashed Mike Brown for years. But the Bengals changed, committed to winning, and made the Super Bowl. Those same fans want to see the Reds go all in to win. They haven't won a playoff series since 1995. But most important, fans don't want to feel disrespected.
Joe Burrow says Coach O and LSU gave him the opportunity to show the world who he is. “I owe Coach O my whole career because without him and without LSU I wouldn’t be sitting here today.”
#LSU
Joe Burrow told Drew Brees this about a Super Bowl win: “Not everyone has an opportunity to play for their hometown team. That gives me an edge relating to the fans, organization, understanding what they go through. To bring them a Super Bowl would mean the world to me.”
#Bengals
The Reds are the oldest franchise in baseball. Joey Votto just did something that’s never been done in a Reds uniform. Take a minute and enjoy watching this future Hall of Famer and Cincinnati legend put on an absolute show. This is amazing.
Here in Milwaukee a fan was talking crap to Joey Votto when he went up to bat. When Votto scored he went right in front of the guy behind the plate and pointed at the 3-1 Reds lead on the scoreboard. Legendary.
Joe Burrow will be watching the NFL Draft at home in Athens. A source close to Burrow tells me Joe being drafted No. 1 by the Bengals is “the best thing that could possibly happen” and it’s “a perfect fit.” Says Burrow can prove he can win in Cincinnati.
#Bengals
Since Phil Castellini asked fans “sell the team to who?” on Opening Day, the Reds have lost 7 straight games by a combined score of 47-16, they’ve had a lead for 9 pitches, and the team owns the worst record in baseball at 2-9.
Breaking news: I am going to Buffalo with the 7-0 undefeated Who Dey stache. Also, the Bengals have never lost a playoff game I’ve been at. Not a big stats guy but can’t ignore those. WHO DEY.
Bengals fan Aaron Denton printed 800+ shirts of Bengals fans who have passed away. He brought them to LA so their families could see them at the Super Bowl. Random Bengals fans are wearing them to the game. That’s my brother Ben on the right. This is amazing.
#NoFanLeftBehind
The Bengals had 28,283 fans attend today's training camp open practice. The Reds are averaging 18,107 fans per game this season. Looks like Cincinnati fans found somewhere else to go.
Since Phil Castellini asked fans “where you gonna go?” on Opening Day, the Reds have lost 8 straight games by a combined score of 53-18, and the team owns the worst record in baseball at 2-10.
As a Cincinnati sports fan, I am making sure to soak in every single second of what the Bengals are doing. We suffered for a long time watching our teams lose. The energy in Cincinnati right now is incredible. Who Dey!
Next weekend the Reds host the Brewers. Every game at GABP should be sold out. The Banks should be packed red like Opening Day. In the words of Nick Castellanos: Let's go.
The Reds are officially rebuilding again. The 2014-2019 rebuild resulted in 2 winning seasons and 0 playoff wins. Reds haven’t won a postseason series since 1995. Joey Votto may never see a playoff win. It’s a business, but winning championships has to be a priority one day.
If you’re from Cincinnati, Opening Day is the best day of the year. It’s better than Christmas. People call in sick, kids skip school and we all come together to watch the Reds. Nothing is better than Opening Day in Cincinnati.
What's something that motivated Ja'Marr Chase to be the player he is today? "Les Miles told me I couldn’t play receiver when I was coming out of high school..."
@WLWT
#Bengals
#LSU
Since Phil Castellini told Reds fans to "be careful what you ask for" and "settle down and celebrate and cheer for the team" the Reds have lost 4 straight games by a combined score of 29-12.
The definition of a Cincinnati sports loss. Joe Burrow hits AJ Green for a game-winning TD. Called off for offensive PI. Randy Bullock misses a FG for OT. You can't make this up...
Joe Burrow sitting on the throne in the new Bengals uniforms. His thoughts? “These uniforms excite me. They’re cool. I think the fans will like them and they’ll be good for us... We’re the future. It’s going to be a fun ride.”
#Bengals
Joe Burrow is now 9-0 in must-win games for LSU and the Bengals with 3,511 passing yards, 31 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. You can officially call him Joey Super Bowl now.
#Bengals
Cincinnati: The father of former Reds player Ryan Freel is asking for fans to donate baseball cards of him to give his 3 daughters. Freel died from suicide in 2012 and now his dad wants to make binders for them. If you can help, send cards to 3737 Corwin St. Bozeman, MT 59718.