Cards Mike Shannon denies reduced roleCourtesy
St. Louis Post Dispatch
(October 16, 2009) Mike Shannon, who just completed his 38th season in the Cardinals' radio booth, said rumblings that he might cut back his broadcast schedule next season are unfounded. Shannon, who turned 70 this season, is headed toward the final year of a contract that continues to have in-season vacation time built into it. He said Thursday that no changes are planned for 2010.
"I have a contract and I plan to meet that contract,'' he said. Meanwhile, the contract of FSM commentator Al Hrabosky — who had a well-publicized run-in with Cards manager Tony La Russa at midseason over the announcer pointing out that Cards catcher Yadier Molina was lollygagging — is up. Hrabosky, who just completed his 25th season broadcasting the Redbirds, said he doesn't consider the war of words he had with La Russa to be an issue. "I don't even look back on it,'' Hrabosky said. "It's over and done with. You just move forward.'' FSM general manager Jack Donovan said the incident is "water over the bridge" and no announcer moves are planned. "The past season was terrific, we had the highest ratings in the National League and we're happy with where things are,'' he said. "I don't expect any changes unless there's some surprise.'' _______________________
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