Mr. Red
Today, Barry Larkin announced his retirement. He also mentioned that he will now be working in the front office of the Washington Nationals. The Reds never made an offer.
Barry Larkin is everything a baseball player should be on the field. He worked hard, led by example and didn't show anyone up. He was also a GREAT player, and should be a first ballot Hall of Famer. For 10 years, he was the best shortstop in the National League, if not baseball.
He played his entire career with Cincinnati. Yet the Reds never called to invite him to their front office. The Reds ought to be ashamed.
This is Cleveland Indians-Andre Thornton all over again, and it's too bad, because Barry belongs with the Reds.
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