Kirk Herbstreit criticizes Cincinnati Reds on 'Pat McAfee Show

Kirk Herbstreit expressed his frustrations with the Cincinnati Reds during an August 27 appearance on ESPN's 'Pat McAfee Show.' The Ohio native, a lifelong Reds fan, voiced his dissatisfaction with the team's performance over the last 13 years, noting a lack of competitive spirit. Herbstreit highlighted the empty seats at games as a reflection of fan disillusionment. He reiterated his position from previous comments, stating that he feels the Reds' season ended prematurely and that rooting for the team has become increasingly challenging. Herbstreit hopes for a turnaround in the franchise's fortunes.

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