Cincinnati sports mascot

Answer:

MRRED

Hint:

This mustachioed figure in a red suit has been cheering on the Reds at Great American Ball Park since the 1950s. Think of a polite title plus his signature color.

Explanation:

The clue "Cincinnati sports mascot" points to "MRRED," which is the nickname for the mascot of the Cincinnati Reds baseball team. The name is a playful twist on "Mr. Red," combining the team's color (red) with a formal title, often stylized as one word. It’s a well-known reference in MLB, especially among Reds fans.

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