“Classy Move”- Cincinnati Reds Melt Millions With an Impeccable Tribute to Critical NFL Star Damar Hamlin

The intense moment when Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills collapsed sent shockwaves through the sporting world. Notably, during Monday’s NFL game, just moments after tackling Cincinnati Bengals player Tee Higgins, Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest and fell onto his back. As the game has been indefinitely postponed, the NFL community has shifted its attention to the player, rather than the game itself.

Joining the millions of fans, the MLB powerhouse Cincinnati Reds have also paid a heartfelt tribute to the Bills star. Touched by this gesture, MLB fans heaped huge praise on the National League side.

Positive Reactions to Cincinnati Reds’ Tribute 

As news of Damar Hamlin’s on-field collapse spread like wildfire, the sports community came together as one in a show of solidarity. Putting their rivalries aside, almost every team outpoured their support for Hamlin.

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Taking to Twitter, the Cincinnati Reds paid their tribute to Damar in the form of a billboard. As Hamlin recovers, NFL devotees are acknowledging the billboard as a beacon of hope and strength. The tribute, they say, is a true testament to class.

After the tribute, fans have showered the city with compliments and have expressed a newfound respect for it.

Fans have been sending a flood of prayers after seeing the billboard.

Numerous replies are filled with praise for the Cincinnati Reds, expressing appreciation for the team’s support of Hamlin. With one fan saying, “Big red machine donning a nice shade of blue.”

This display of unity, with both fans and teams rallying around Hamlin, is proof of the strong bond that exists within the world of sports.

Damar Hamlin is still in critical condition 

According to a tweet by Buffalo Bills on Tuesday, Hamlin remains in critical condition. His uncle, Dorian Glenn, told CNN that Hamlin is still in the intensive care unit, after being resuscitated once more following the cardiac arrest on the field. There is also damage to Hamlin’s lungs, and he is currently being aided by a ventilator. 

But it appears that the wishes have given Hamlin’s family a newfound hope. They thanked the fans, “We are deeply moved by the prayers, kind words, and donations from fans around the country,”

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