Cincinnati radio station stoops to new low

St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony LaRussa's has been dealing with a well-documented eye condition for some time now.  His illness actually took him away from the team for six games.  Part of that six game absence included a series last weekend against the Cincinnati Reds.  The Cardinals and Reds have developed a heated rivalry over the last two seasons while battling for first place in their division.  However, what a Cincinnati radio station did goes beyond poor taste.  They not only made fun of LaRussa's condition.  They attempted to make money from it.  Have a look at the KMOV-TV story below (email subscribers click here).



This video is also available at SportsmanshipTV.

I do commend the Reds organization for putting an end to this madness right away.  This lesson goes beyond sportsmanship.  It's basic human decency.  You don't make fun of someone when their sick.  I know I sound like a kindergarten teacher, but the actions of this station are that childish.  Rivalries should be tough and competitive, but let's keep it respectful.  Until next time...

Be a Good Sport!

-Sol