That's a Rap? Jim Berry Gets Gangsta

The Marlins beat Philadelphia 8-5 last Saturday and the crowd was plenty euphoric. But around the seventh inning, when the CBS 4 promo for Jim Berry's Sports Wrap came on the jumbotron, it got downright giddy. We know it's on television as well, but in case you haven't seen the...

By Frank Houston

April 18, 2007

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The Marlins beat Philadelphia 8-5 last Saturday and the crowd was plenty euphoric. But around the seventh inning, when the CBS 4 promo for Jim Berry's Sports Wrap came on the jumbotron, it got downright giddy. We know it's on television as well, but in case you haven't seen the ridiculous ad, it appears its producers were inspired by the Andy Samberg school of rap. The video shows Berry walking through the halls of the station's office, giving shoutouts to his co-workers while praising his show's coverage of sports. On his network bio Berry describes his hidden talent as "Dancing ballroom style," but we think he could be the next Rick Ross. -- Emily Witt

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