“Boston Red Sox left fielder Hanley Ramirez takes a selfie photograph with second baseman Dustin Pedroia and teammates at the NESN Town Hall during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Friday, January 22, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox Principal Owner John Henry is introduced at the NESN Town Hall during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Friday, January 22, 2016.”
“Former Boston Red Sox outfielders Dwight Evans, Fred Lynn, and Jim Rice speak on a panel during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Saturday, January 23, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts is introduced at the NESN Town Hall during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Friday, January 22, 2016.”
“The 2016 Boston Red Sox are introduced at the NESN Town Hall during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Friday, January 22, 2016.”
“Fans cheer at the NESN Town Hall during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Friday, January 22, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox Principal Owner John Henry, Chairman Tom Werner, President Sam Kennedy, President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski, General Manager Mike Hazen, and Manager John Farrell speak at the NESN Town Hall during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Friday, January 22, 2016.”
“Fans cheer at the NESN Town Hall during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Friday, January 22, 2016.”
“Members of the Boston Red Sox pose for a team photograph at the NESN Town Hall during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Friday, January 22, 2016.”
“Former Boston Red Sox third baseman Wade Boggs is presented with a jersey from current third baseman Brock Holt, which will be retired this year, at the NESN Town Hall during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Friday, January 22, 2016.”
“A young fan asks a question at a panel during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Saturday, January 23, 2016.”
“Fans attend the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Saturday, January 23, 2016.”
“Fans attend the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Saturday, January 23, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox mascot Tessie greets guests at a Breakfast with Wally at the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Sunday, January 24, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts poses for a selfie photograph with a fan during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Saturday, January 23, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox outfielder Mookie Betts signs autographs at the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Saturday, January 23, 2016.”
“Fans listen during a panel discussion during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Saturday, January 23, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts poses with a photo of himself during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Saturday, January 23, 2016.”
“Kids participate in a baseball clinic at the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Sunday, January 24, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox left fielder Hanley Ramirez high fives third baseman Travis Shaw during a game show at the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Saturday, January 23, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox center fielder Mookie Betts is introduced during the 2016 Winter Weekend at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut Saturday, January 23, 2016.”
Here is a gallery of photos from the second annual Boston Red Sox Winter Weekend, held at Foxwoods Resort & Casino in Connecticut. The weekend gives fans the chance to meet the players, receive autographs, listen to panel discussions, and get in the baseball frame of mind ahead of Spring Training. In essence, it’s a Fan Fest.
This year proved just as tough to shoot as last year. Aesthetically, the yellow lights and patterned carpets of the casino make it difficult to make a picture that says “baseball.” We made the best of what we had, though, and there were a few moments that worked decently well.
The weekend served as a reminder that Spring Training is just around the corner. 24 days until I report to Florida! Thinking warmer thoughts.
