“Boston Red Sox infielder Deven Marrero greets a patient during a visit to Massachusetts General Hospital as part of the 2016 Holiday Caravan in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, December 8, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox pitchers Robby Scott and Heath Hembree and mascot Wally the Green Monster wait with the van before making an appearance at Codman Academy School as part of The Gift Of Sox and the Holiday Caravan in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, December 8, 2016.”
“Students react during a Boston Red Sox visit at Codman Academy School as part of The Gift Of Sox and the Holiday Caravan in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, December 8, 2016.
(Photos by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
“Boston Red Sox pitcher Heath Hembree hands out Franklin youth baseball gloves to students at Codman Academy School as part of The Gift Of Sox and the Holiday Caravan in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, December 8, 2016.”
“Students play during recess with new Franklin youth baseball gloves donated by the Boston Red Sox at Codman Academy School as part of The Gift Of Sox and the Holiday Caravan in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, December 8, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox pitcher Heath Hembree greets a patient during a visit to Massachusetts General Hospital as part of the 2016 Holiday Caravan in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, December 8, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox pitcher Heath Hembree greets a patient during a visit to Massachusetts General Hospital as part of the 2016 Holiday Caravan in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, December 8, 2016.”
“A young patient plays catch with Boston Red Sox pitcher Robby Scott, infielder Deven Marrero, and pitcher Heath Hembree during a visit to Massachusetts General Hospital as part of the 2016 Holiday Caravan in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, December 8, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox pitcher Robby Scott greets a patient during a visit to The Jimmy Fund at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute as part of the 2016 Holiday Caravan in Boston, Massachusetts Friday, December 9, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox infielder Deven Marrero greets a patient during a visit to Boston Children’s Hospital as part of the 2016 Holiday Caravan in Boston, Massachusetts Friday, December 9, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox infielder Deven Marrero, pitchers Heath Hembree and Robby Scott, and mascot Wally the Green Monster, pitcher Heath Hembree greet a patient during a visit to Shriners Hospital for Children as part of the 2016 Holiday Caravan in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, December 8, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox infielder Deven Marrero and mascot Wally the Green Monster play computer games with a patient during a visit to The Jimmy Fund at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute as part of the 2016 Holiday Caravan in Boston, Massachusetts Friday, December 9, 2016.”
“Boston Red Sox infielder Deven Marrero and pitchers Robby Scott and Heath Hembree greet a patient during a visit to Boston Children’s Hospital as part of the 2016 Holiday Caravan in Boston, Massachusetts Friday, December 9, 2016.”
Last week, The Boston Red Sox visited local hospitals, schools, and community centers as part of their annual Holiday Caravan. This year, Red Sox infielder Deven Marrero, and pitchers Robby Scott and Heath Hembree joined the Caravan, which stopped at Codman Academy School in Dorchester, Massachusetts General Hospital, Shriners Hospital For Children, The Jimmy Fund, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston Children’s Hospital, and The BASE.
This is always a great showing of community outreach from the players and organization. Here are a few photos from the two day event.
November 16, 2016, Boston, MA:
Jordan Knight, Joey McIntyre, and Danny Wood of New Kids On The Block pose for a photograph in front of the Green Monster to promote their upcoming concert at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Wednesday, November 16, 2016.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
Here’s a quick portrait of several members of New Kids On The Block, who made an appearance at Fenway Park yesterday to promote their upcoming concert there next summer.
November 14, 2016, Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz poses for a portrait backstage during The Globies Awards at House of Blues in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, November 14, 2016.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
November 14, 2016, Boston, MA:
New England Revolution players Zachary Herivaux and Lee Nguyen pose with a Mercedes-Benz during The Globies Awards at House of Blues in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, November 14, 2016.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
November 14, 2016, Boston, MA:
Boston Red Sox pitcher Steven Wright poses for a photograph with the award backstage during The Globies Awards at House of Blues in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, November 14, 2016.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
November 14, 2016, Boston, MA:
Guests participate in a Budweiser toast during The Globies Awards at House of Blues in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, November 14, 2016.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
November 14, 2016, Boston, MA:
Former New England Patriots player Troy Brown poses for a photograph with the award backstage on behalf of quarterback Tom Brady during The Globies Awards at House of Blues in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, November 14, 2016.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
November 14, 2016, Boston, MA:
Former New England Patriots player Troy Brown reacts backstage during The Globies Awards at House of Blues in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, November 14, 2016.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
November 14, 2016, Boston, MA:
Former Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis, former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz, and New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft pose backstage during The Globies Awards at House of Blues in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, November 14, 2016.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
November 14, 2016, Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz is interviewed by NESN backstage during The Globies Awards at House of Blues in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, November 14, 2016.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
November 14, 2016, Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz talks with New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft alongside New England Revolution player Juan Agudelo backstage during The Globies Awards at House of Blues in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, November 14, 2016.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
Last night, I shot the second annual Globies Awards for Fenway Sports Management.
The award show recognized the sports scene in New England and honors the most successful athletes and teams from the previous year.
There were several photographers on hand, each with their own shot list to cover. I was assigned to the “orange carpet” to get athletes as they arrive posed with a bright yellow Mercedes-Benz parked out front of the House of Blues. Got to make those sponsors happy. Then I stayed backstage during the award ceremonies, shooting interactions and posed photos with the athletes after they accepted their awards. There were a lot of moving parts backstage, but it was fun to be there, and was happy to get about 20 seconds with David Ortiz to shoot a portrait of him in the Green Room.
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 07: David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox autographs a Magazine Cover of himself during a Boston Common Magazine event at Strega Waterfront on November 7, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Getty Images for Boston Common Magazine)
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 07: David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox poses with Nick Varano of Strega during a Boston Common Magazine event at Strega Waterfront on November 7, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Getty Images for Boston Common Magazine)
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 07: Comedian Lenny Clarke, Boston Common Magazine Publisher Glenn Kelley, David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox, and Nick Varano of Strega speak during a Boston Common Magazine event at Strega Waterfront on November 7, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Getty Images for Boston Common Magazine)
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 07: David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox poses with a Magazine Cover of himself during a Boston Common Magazine event at Strega Waterfront on November 7, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Getty Images for Boston Common Magazine)
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 07: Boston Common Magazine Publisher Glenn Kelley, Nick Varano of Strega, Comedian Lenny Clarke, and David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox attend a Boston Common Magazine event at Strega Waterfront on November 7, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Getty Images for Boston Common Magazine)
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 07: David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox is presented with a cake by Boston Common Magazine Publisher Glenn Kelley (left) and Nick Varano of Strega (right) during a Boston Common Magazine event at Strega Waterfront on November 7, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Getty Images for Boston Common Magazine)
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 07: David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox poses with a Magazine Cover of himself during a Boston Common Magazine event at Strega Waterfront on November 7, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Getty Images for Boston Common Magazine)
Our old friend Big Papi made an appearance last night at Strega Waterfront in Boston for the Boston Common Magazine release of their newest issue, featuring Ortiz on the cover. I shot the event for Getty Images.
Nothing crazy here, and certainly no art, just a few quick snaps for the record. Thanks to Boston Common Magazine and Getty Images for having me out!
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox takes batting practice before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox takes batting practice before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox walks out of the dugout before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox sits in the dugout before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox runs onto the field before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox looks on before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: Manager Terry Francona of the Cleveland Indians and Manager John Farrell of the Boston Red Sox react before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Terry Francona; John Farrell
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: Members of the Boston Red Sox are introduced before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox pauses during the National Anthem before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: Clay Buchholz #11 of the Boston Red Sox delivers during the second inning of game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Clay Buchholz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: Brock Holt #12 of the Boston Red Sox dives for a line drive during the second inning of game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brock Holt
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox evades the tag of Roberto Perez #55 as he slides to score during the fifth inning of game three of the American League Division Series on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts; Roberto Perez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: Andrew Benintendi #40 of the Boston Red Sox hits an RBI double during the fifth inning of game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Andrew Benintendi
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: Jose Ramirez #11 and Lonnie Chisenhall #8 of the Cleveland Indians high five after scoring during the fourth inning of game three of the American League Division Series against the Boston Red Sox on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jose Ramirez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox rounds first base after hitting a double during the sixth inning of game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox hits a sacrifice fly during the sixth inning of game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: Coco Crisp #4 of the Cleveland Indians reacts after hitting a two run home run during the sixth inning of game three of the American League Division Series against the Boston Red Sox on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Coco Crisp
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox catches a fly ball during the eighth inning of game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox bats during the final at bat of his career during the eighth inning of game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox bats during the final at bat of his career during the eighth inning of game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox gestures to the crowd during the eighth inning of game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: Cody Allen #37 of the Cleveland Indians celebrates with Roberto Perez #55 after defeating the Boston Red Sox to win the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Cody Allen; Roberto Perez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox reacts as he gives a curtain call to fans after playing the final game of his career during game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox gestures to the crowd during the eighth inning of game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox gives a curtain call to fans after playing the final game of his career during game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox gives a curtain call to fans after playing the final game of his career during game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 10: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox reacts as he gives a curtain call to fans after playing the final game of his career during game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 10, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
I came into last night feeling optimistic about another magical come from behind Boston Red Sox run to win this year’s American League Division Series. Although the game was as close as it could have been, that comeback we all dreamed of wasn’t meant to be, and the Cleveland Indians completed their sweep of Boston to advance to the next round of the post season.
With last night’s result, the remarkable career of David Ortiz came to a close. Fittingly, his final curtain call happened at Fenway Park, and as he always seems to do, Big Papi owned the moment. I’ll never forgot his final at bat, a walk. I’ll never forget watching him stand at first base pumping his arms in the air to fire up the crowd one last time. And I’ll never forget his emotional final salute to the fans on the pitcher’s mound after the game was over. It’s amazing how one man can have such an impact on so many people.
There are some incredible photographers in Boston and around the country that have documented David’s entire career, from the beginning through these final moments last night. I consider myself lucky to have been there for the last five years of his career, a chapter that included a World Series win in 2013 in the wake of the Boston Marathon bombing. He’s one of those figures in sports that is larger than life, and it was a pleasure to cover such an iconic subject for part of the journey.
And just like that, my seventh season in Major League Baseball, and fifth with the Boston Red Sox, is done. As a team photographer in a city like Boston and a venue like Fenway Park, your switch needs to be turned on all the time. It can be exhausting, frustrating, and taxing at times, and there were certainly points in the season where I felt all of those. I had fun – a lot of fun. There were great moments, too many to count, and even better people in my life, all of which I’m very thankful for.
Congratulations to everyone in the front office on a fantastic season!
Now, it’s time for some rest before the off-season shooting begins. More to come, as always!
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 8: Dustin Pedroia #15 of the Boston Red Sox reacts during a workout before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 8, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Dustin Pedroia
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 8: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox reacts during a workout before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 8, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 8: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox hits a baseball into the stands during a workout before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 8, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 8: Hanley Ramirez #13 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during a workout before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 8, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Hanley Ramirez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 8: Clay Buchholz #11 of the Boston Red Sox speaks during a press conference during a workout before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 8, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Clay Buchholz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 8: Chris Young #30 and Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox talk during a workout before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 8, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Chris Young; Mookie Betts
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 8: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox throws during a workout before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 8, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 8: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during a workout before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 8, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 8: Chris Young #30 and Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox toss baseballs during a workout before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 8, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Chris Young; Mookie Betts
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 8: Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during a workout before game three of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 8, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts
Here are some photos from the Red Sox team workout on the off day before game three of the American League Division Series.
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers is introduced before game two of the American League Division Series between the Boston Red Sox and the Cleveland Indians on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** LeBron James
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox warms up before game two of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers addresses the crowd before game two of the American League Division Series between the Boston Red Sox and the Cleveland Indians on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** LeBron James
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers addresses the crowd before game two of the American League Division Series between the Boston Red Sox and the Cleveland Indians on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** LeBron James
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox looks on from the dugout during the fourth inning of game two of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: Brock Holt #12 of the Boston Red Sox catches a fly ball during the second inning of game two of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brock Holt
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: David Price #24 of the Boston Red Sox reacts during the first inning of game two of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Price
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox mishandles a ground ball during the fourth inning of game two of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: David Price #24 of the Boston Red Sox exits the game during the fourth inning of game two of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Price
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox catches a fly ball during the first inning of game two of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: Francisco Lindor #12 of the Cleveland Indians and Rajai Davis #20 celebrate after defeating the Boston Red Sox in game two of the American League Division Series on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Francisco Lindor; Rajai Davis
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: Andrew Benintendi #40 of the Boston Red Sox warms up on deck during the seventh inning of game two of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Andrew Benintendi
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: Roberto Perez #55 of the Cleveland Indians scores as Francisco Lindor #12 reacts during the fourth inning of game two of the American League Division Series against the Boston Red Sox on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Francisco Lindor; Roberto Perez
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 7: Brock Holt #12 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during the fifth inning of game two of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 7, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brock Holt
Yikes! We find ourselves down 2-0 in the American League Division Series after another loss yesterday against the Cleveland Indians. Not a whole lot of opportunities for Red Sox pictures yesterday.
We’re back in Boston now. Here’s hoping for a come back in the series!
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 5: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during a team workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 5, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 5: Rick Porcello #22 of the Boston Red Sox warms up during a team workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 5, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rick Porcello
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 5: Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox plays ping pong during a team workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 5, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 5: Xander Bogaerts #2 and Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox look on during a team workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 5, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts; Xander Bogaerts
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 5: Ryan Hanigan #10 and Aaron Hill #18 of the Boston Red Sox play ping pong during a team workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 5, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Ryan Hanigan; Aaron Hill
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 5: Rick Porcello #11 of the Boston Red Sox meets with the media during a press conference before a team workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 5, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rick Porcello
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 5: Dustin Pedroia #15 of the Boston Red Sox reacts during a team workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 5, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Dustin Pedroia
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 5: Eduardo Rodriguez #52 and Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox play ping pong during a team workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 5, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts; Eduardo Rodriguez
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 5: Jackie Bradley Jr. #25 of the Boston Red Sox warms up during a team workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 5, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 5: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox walks toward the dugout during a team workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 5, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 5: Jackie Bradley Jr. #25 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during a team workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 5, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 5: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox takes batting practice during a team workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 5, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 5: Xander Bogaerts #2 and David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox take batting practice during a team workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 5, 2016 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts; David Ortiz
The Red Sox held a brief workout yesterday at Progressive Field in Cleveland, a day ahead of game one of the American League Division Series.
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 4: Manager John Farrell of the Boston Red Sox meets with the media during a press conference during a workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 4, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** John Farrell
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 4: Jackie Bradley Jr. #25 and Chris Young #30 of the Boston Red Sox share a laugh during a workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 4, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.; Chris Young
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 4: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox reacts during a workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 4, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 4: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox runs toward the dugout during a workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 4, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 4: Dugout signage is shown during a workout before game one of the American League Division Series between the Boston Red Sox and the Cleveland Indians on October 4, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 4: Brock Holt #12 of the Boston Red Sox takes batting practice during a workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 4, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brock Holt
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 4: Eduardo Rodriguez #52 of the Boston Red Sox wears a Red Sox jacket as he boards the bus before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 4, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Eduardo Rodriguez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 4: Jackie Bradley Jr. #25 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during a workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 4, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 4: Dustin Pedroia #15 of the Boston Red Sox takes batting practice during a workout before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 4, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Dustin Pedroia
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 4: Christian Vazquez #7 of the Boston Red Sox wears a Red Sox jacket as he boards the bus before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 4, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Christian Vazquez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 4: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox reacts on the plane before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 4, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 4: David Price #24 of the Boston Red Sox looks out the window on the bus before game one of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians on October 4, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Price
The Red Sox postseason push began yesterday, as the team held a brief work out at Fenway Park before traveling to Cleveland ahead of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Indians. Here are some images from the workout, as well as the trip to Ohio with the team.
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox is introduced during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox is introduced during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Third base coach Brian Butterfield presents David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox with a pair of L.L. Bean boots during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Brian Butterfield
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred greets President of the Dominican Republic Danilo Medina during honorary retirement ceremony for David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Rob Manfred; Danilo Medina
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Fans hold a sign for David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martinez puts the 2004 World Series trophy on top of David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Pedro Martinez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, Speaker of the Massachusetts House of Representatives Robert DeLeo, and Boston Mayor Marty Walsh present David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox with street signs during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Charlie Baker; Marty Walsh; Robert DeLeo
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox greets Josmaily Cruz, a beneficiary of the David Ortiz Children’s Fund, during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Josmaily Cruz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Mary J. Blige sings the National Anthem during an honorary retirement ceremony for David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Mary J. Blige
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: The Boston Red Sox present a check for a donation of one million dollars to the David Ortiz Children’s Fund during an honorary retirement ceremony for David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox reacts as he speaks during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox tips his cap as he speaks during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Former Boston Red Sox players Kevin Millar and Pedro Martinez are introduced during an honorary retirement ceremony for David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Kevin Millar; Pedro Martinez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox is looks on as it is announced that his number will be retired by the Boston Red Sox during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox looks on as fans hold up cards to form a number 34 in the outfield bleachers during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: President of the Dominican Republic, Danilo Medina, throws out a ceremonial first pitch during an honorary retirement ceremony for David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Danilo Medina
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: A general view during an honorary retirement ceremony for David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Boston Red Sox team doctor Dan Dyrek, President of Baseball Operations David Dombrowski, and President Sam Kenney present David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox with a golden bat during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; David Dombrowski; Sam Kennedy; Dan Dyrek
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Former Boston Red Sox left fielder Manny Ramirez greets David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Manny Ramirez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Former Boston Red Sox left fielder Jonny Gomes greets David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Jonny Gomes
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Former Boston Red Sox players Carl Yastrzemski and Jim Rice are introduced during an honorary retirement ceremony for David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Carl Yastrzemski; Jim Rice
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Boston Red Sox Principal Owner John Henry greets President of the Dominican Republic dDanilo Medina during honorary retirement ceremony for David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; John Henry; Danilo Medina
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: The American flag is dropped over the Dominican Republic flag on the Green Monster during an honorary retirement ceremony for David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox is introduced during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martinez and former Boston Red Sox left fielder Manny Ramirez pose for a selfie photograph with the 2004 World Series with David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Pedro Martinez; Manny Ramirez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: Fans hold up cards to form a ‘Thanks Papi’ message in the outfield bleachers as David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox bats during the second inning of his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox kisses his father, Leo Ortiz, during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Leo Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox reacts as he speaks alongside his father, Leo Ortiz, during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Leo Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox reacts as he speaks during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox reacts as he speaks during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox bats during the second inning of his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 2: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox tips his cap as he speaks alongside his father, Leo Ortiz, during an honorary retirement ceremony in his final regular season game at Fenway Park against the Toronto Blue Jays on October 2, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Leo Ortiz
In his final regular season game at Fenway Park, David Ortiz was honored by the Boston Red Sox in an emotional pre-game ceremony, which featured gift presentations, visits by former teammates of David’s, special flag drops over the Green Monster, and a ceremonial first pitch by the President of the Dominican Republic, Danilo Medina.
An incredibly long day that left me feeling exhausted. It’s hard to believe that yesterday marked game 162 and the end to the regular season. Some breathing room today, but I’m off on a flight to Cleveland tomorrow to shoot the American League Division Series against the Indians.