Share this: Has it sunk in yet? Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz was immortalized as the No. 34 was retired at Fenway Park on Friday night. NESN.com’s Michaela Vernava caught up with Big Papi one-on-one at ’47 on Yawkey Way less than 24 hours after the historic ceremony. Watch the video above for the full interview. More Stories Source link
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Fans Share Favorite David Ortiz Moments Before Red Sox Retire No. 34
Share this: The Boston Red Sox will retire former designated hitter David Ortiz’s number at Fenway park on Friday night after a legendary career in Boston with unforgettable moments. NESN.com’s Michaela Vernava was at Garcia Brogans in Lowell, Mass., asking Boston Red Sox fans the Budweiser Fan Question of the Week. This weeks question was: “What is your favorite David Ortiz moment?” To hear what fans had to say check out the video above from “Friday Night Fenway,” presented by Budweiser. Thumbnail photo from David Butler II/USA TODAY Sports Images More Stories Source link
David Ortiz’s Number Retirement Ceremony Live: Latest Updates From Fenway Park
5:30 p.m. ET: BOSTON — David Ortiz will be the last Boston Red Sox player to ever wear the No. 34. The former Red Sox designated hitter hung up his bat and cleats for good after last season, but he’ll be back at Fenway Park on Friday for what’s sure to be a very special night for the Red Sox, their fans and the man who helped bring three World Series to Boston. The Sox will retire Ortiz’s No. 34 in a pregame ceremony before Boston hosts the Los Angeles Angels at 7:10 p.m. ET. But the stage already is set at Fenway. The ceremony is scheduled to begin around 6:30 p.m., so
Red Sox Notes: Chris Sale Says He’ll ‘Never Settle’ After Missing Complete Game
Share this: Chris Sale is one of the best pitchers in baseball, and he’s also one of the fiercest competitors. This was on full display Tuesday night, when the Boston Red Sox left-hander narrowly missed a complete game against the Kansas City Royals. Sale tossed 8 1/3 dominant innings in the Red Sox’s 8-3 win over the Royals, but the five-time MLB All-Star visibly was upset when manager John Farrell yanked him in the ninth inning. After the game, Sale didn’t hide the fact that he was upset with not being able to go the distance, but his mood quickly changed once his team sealed the victory. “It sucks,” he said, as seen on NESN’s Red Sox postgame coverage. “I wanted to get that
Red Sox Vs. Royals Lineup: Andrew Benintendi Returns For Series Finale
Left fielder Andrew Benintendi, first baseman Mitch Moreland and catcher Christian Vazquez will return to the starting lineup Wednesday afternoon as the Boston Red Sox wrap up a three-game series with the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. The Red Sox and Royals have split the first two games, with Kansas City earning a 4-2 win in Monday’s series opener and Boston cruising to an 8-3 victory in Tuesday’s middle contest. Drew Pomeranz and Ian Kennedy will take the ball for the Red Sox and Royals, respectively, as the teams square off Wednesday in muggy Kansas City before going their separate ways. Wednesday’s matinee also concludes an eight-gam... NESN.com
John Farrell Praises Sam Travis, Deven Marrero For Rising To Occassion
Share this: Sam Travis and Deven Marrero didn’t have much time to prepare for the Boston Red Sox’s game against the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday. Both youngsters were immediately placed in the starting lineup after being called up from Triple-A Pawtucket, and they made their starts count. Travis and Marrero combined to go 3-for-7 with two RBIs and three runs scored in Boston’s 8-3 victory. After the game, Red Sox manager John Farrell praised the rookies for providing the team with a lift, especially considering the unusual circumstances. To hear what Farrell had to say, check out the video above from “Red Sox Final,” presented by Plainridge Park Casino. Thumbnail photo via Denny Medley/USA TODAY Sports Images More Stories Source link
Red Sox Notes: Hector Velazquez Continues To Show Potential For Boston
Share this: It didn’t appear that Hector Velazquez was ready for the big leagues after his first career start against the Oakland Athletics on May 18, but the right-hander is doing his best to change that opinion. Velazquez was called up in case of emergency Wednesday and was thrust into action against the Philadelphia Phillies when Brian Johnson was forced to leave the game with an injury. He tossed 3 1/3 scoreless innings to earn his first career win, and another opportunity to start. That opportunity came Monday night against the Kansas City Royals, and he made the most of it. With the Boston Red Sox’s bullpen needing a breather, Velazquez threw 5 1/3 quality innings. The righty surrendered two runs on five hits