FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 29: Kevin Pillar #5 of the Boston Red Sox walks through the tunnel before a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees on February 29, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kevin Pillar
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 29: C.J. Chatham #43 of the Boston Red Sox warms up before a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees on February 29, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** C.J. Chatham
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 29: Phillips Valdez #95 and Domingo Tapia #75 of the Boston Red Sox react before a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees on February 29, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Phillips Valdez; Domingo Tapia
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 29: Former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox looks on before a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees on February 29, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 29: Jackie Bradley Jr. #19, Juan Centeno #13, and Martin Perez #54 of the Boston Red Sox react before a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees on February 29, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.; Juan Centeno; Martin Perez
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 29: Eduardo Rodriguez #57 and Christian Vazquez #7 of the Boston Red Sox walk toward the dugout before a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees on February 29, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Eduardo Rodriguez; Christian Vazquez
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 29: Alex Verdugo #99 reacts with Roldani Baldwin #91 of the Boston Red Sox before a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees on February 29, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Verdugo; Roldani Baldwin
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 29: Jackie Bradley Jr. #19 of the Boston Red Sox throws during the second inning of a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees on February 29, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 29: Eduardo Rodriguez #57 of the Boston Red Sox delivers during the first inning of a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees on February 29, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Eduardo Rodriguez
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 29: Eduardo Rodriguez #57 and Christian Vazquez #7 of the Boston Red Sox walk toward the dugout before a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees on February 29, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Eduardo Rodriguez; Christian Vazquez
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 29: Jackie Bradley Jr. #19 of the Boston Red Sox warms up during the first inning of a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees on February 29, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 29: Eduardo Rodriguez #57 of the Boston Red Sox delivers during the second inning of a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees on February 29, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Eduardo Rodriguez
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 29: C.J. Chatham #43 of the Boston Red Sox bats during the third inning of a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees on February 29, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** C.J. Chatham
Another day, another game! Not a whole lot to show for myself in this one.
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 20: Former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox reacts during a team workout on February 20, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 20: Former pitcher Pedro Martinez of the Boston Red Sox throws during a team workout on February 20, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Pedro Martinez
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 20: Former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox walks toward the field during a team workout on February 20, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 20: Kevin Pillar #5 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during a team workout on February 20, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kevin Pillar
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 20: Former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox bunts during a team workout on February 20, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 20: Chris Sale #41 of the Boston Red Sox pitches during a team workout on February 20, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Chris Sale
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 20: Hector Velazquez #76 of the Boston Red Sox reacts with former pitcher Luis Tiant during a team workout on February 20, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Luis Tiant; Hector Velazquez
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 20: A hate is displayed during a Boston Red Sox team workout on February 20, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 20: Former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox reacts with Alex Verdugo #99 of the Boston Red Sox during a team workout on February 20, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Alex Verdugo
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 20: Jonathan Lucroy #12 of the Boston Red Sox speaks to the media during a press conference during a team workout on February 20, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jonathan Lucroy
FT. MYERS, FL – FEBRUARY 20: Eduardo Rodriguez #57 of the Boston Red Sox throws during a team workout on February 20, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Eduardo Rodriguez
Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz arrived to jetBlue Park at Fenway South today to check in with members of the 2020 team. Here are some images from the day.
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 17: Signage is displayed during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 17, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 17: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox arrives during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 17, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 17: Jackie Bradley Jr. #19 of the Boston Red Sox arrives during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 17, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 17: Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox arrives during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 17, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rafael Devers
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 17: Xander Bogaerts #2 and Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox look on during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 17, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts; Rafael Devers
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 18: Boston Red Sox ball girls pose during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 18, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 17: Fans cheer during the Boston Red Sox NESN Town Hall during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 17, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 17:Nathan Eovaldi #17, Jackie Bradley Jr. #19, and Xander Bogaerts #2 react as Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox is chosen to sing during the Boston Red Sox NESN Town Hall during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 17, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rafael Devers; Nathan Eovaldi; Jackie Bradley Jr. Xander Bogaerts
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 17: Jackie Bradley Jr. #19 of the Boston Red Sox views an exhibit during an event at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 17, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 17: Xander Bogaerts #2 and Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox play basketball during an event at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 17, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rafael Devers; Xander Bogaerts
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 17: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox plays basketball during an event at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 17, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 18: A young fan pitches during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 18, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 18: Michael Chavis #23 of the Boston Red Sox looks on backstage during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 18, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Michael Chavis
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 18: A fan poses with Big League Brian during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 18, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 18: Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox looks on backstage during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 18, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rafael Devers
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 18: Jackie Bradley Jr. #19 of the Boston Red Sox walks through the hall during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 18, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 17: Michael Chavis #63 of the Boston Red Sox high fives fans as he is introduced during the Boston Red Sox NESN Town Hall during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 17, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Michael Chavis
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 18: Former pitcher Mike Timlinof the Boston Red Sox looks on from backstage during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 18, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mike Timlin
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 18: A general view of the fan fest during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 18, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 18: A young fan takes swings at the fan fest during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 18, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 18: Fans cheer during a ‘Reunion of Champions’ panel during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 18, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 18: Former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox looks on from backstage during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 18, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 18: Former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox is introduced during a ‘Panel of Champions’ panel during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 18, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
SPRINGFIELD, MA – JANUARY 18: A general exterior view of signage during the 2020 Red Sox Winter Weekend on January 18, 2020 at MGM Springfield and MassMutual Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
Back on the Winter Weekend grind! The Boston Red Sox hosted the sixth annual Baseball Winter Weekend, although at a new home at MGM Casino in Springfield, Massachusetts. The event included a Town Hall Meeting with Red Sox players and leadership, autographs and photo opportunities with Red Sox players, and round-table discussions on a variety of baseball topics. We also tagged along with the players for an exclusive event at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
The new venue presented challenges for us in terms of accessibility and fluidity, but we made the best of what we could, and still have some nice moments from the weekend in photos. Here’s a gallery of some favorite behind the scenes images.
A job well-done by all members of the Boston Red Sox front office who came together to make it happen!
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 1: The Pedro Martinez Foundation Fourth Annual Gala Supporting At-Risk Youth is held on November 1, 2019 at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 1: The Pedro Martinez Foundation Fourth Annual Gala Supporting At-Risk Youth is held on November 1, 2019 at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 1: The Pedro Martinez Foundation Fourth Annual Gala Supporting At-Risk Youth is held on November 1, 2019 at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 1: The Pedro Martinez Foundation Fourth Annual Gala Supporting At-Risk Youth is held on November 1, 2019 at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 1: The Pedro Martinez Foundation Fourth Annual Gala Supporting At-Risk Youth is held on November 1, 2019 at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 1: The Pedro Martinez Foundation Fourth Annual Gala Supporting At-Risk Youth is held on November 1, 2019 at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 1: The Pedro Martinez Foundation Fourth Annual Gala Supporting At-Risk Youth is held on November 1, 2019 at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 1: The Pedro Martinez Foundation Fourth Annual Gala Supporting At-Risk Youth is held on November 1, 2019 at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 1: Former Boston Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek, Jose Bautista #19 of the Philadelphia Phillies, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 of the Toronto Blue Jays, Willy Adames #1 of the Tampa Bay Rays, former Boston Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martinez and former designated hitter David Ortiz pose for a selfie photograph during the Pedro Martinez Foundation Fourth Annual Gala Supporting At-Risk Youth on November 1, 2019 at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jason Varitek; Jose Bautista; Vladimir Guerrero Jr.; Willy Adames; Pedro Martinez; David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 1: Carolina Martinez, wife of former Boston Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martinez, poses during the Pedro Martinez Foundation Fourth Annual Gala Supporting At-Risk Youth on November 1, 2019 at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Carolina Martinez
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 1: Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martinez speaks with former designated hitter Diduring the Pedro Martinez Foundation Fourth Annual Gala Supporting At-Risk Youth on November 1, 2019 at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Pedro Martinez; David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 1: The Pedro Martinez Foundation Fourth Annual Gala Supporting At-Risk Youth is held on November 1, 2019 at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
Here’s a look at the 2019 Pedro Martinez Foundation Gala at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Boston this weekend. I was brought on by the Foundation to shoot the event.
It was fun to document some behind the scenes moments with Pedro, David Ortiz, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Corey Kluber, Jose Bautista, Jason Varitek, Willy Adames, Jose Reyes, and others.
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox greets manager Alex Cora in his office before throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Alex Cora
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox arrives before throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox arrives before throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox walks down the stairs before throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox talks with manager Alex Cora in his office before throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Alex Cora
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox talks with manager Alex Cora in his office before throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Alex Cora
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox reacts as former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox is introduced before throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Mookie Betts
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox puts on a jersey before throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox greets Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox before throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Xander Bogaerts
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox is introduced before throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox throws out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox reacts with his wife Tiffany Ortiz after throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Tiffany Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox talks with Christian Vazquez #7 of the Boston Red Sox after throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Christian Vazquez
BOSTON, MA – SEPTEMBER 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox addresses the crowd after throwing out a ceremonial first pitch as he returns to Fenway Park before a game against the New York Yankees on September 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
Here is a gallery of images as David Ortiz returned to Fenway Park in his first public appearance after a shooting incident in the Dominican Republic. Definitely a wild moment to be a part of.
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: A moment of reflection is held as a message is displayed on the scoreboard for former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox after he was shot in the Dominican Republic before a game against the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: President & CEO Sam Kennedy of the Boston Red Sox delivers a statement to the media regarding the status of former designated hitter David Ortiz following an incident in the Dominican Republic alongside Executive Vice President and Assistant General Manager Eddie Romero and President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski before a game against the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Sam Kennedy; David Ortiz; Eddie Romero; Dave Dombrowski
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: David Price #10 of the Boston Red Sox speaks to the media regarding former designated hitter David Ortiz following an incident in the Dominican Republic before a game against the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Price; David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: Fans display signs for former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox after he was shot in the Dominican Republic before a game against the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: A moment of reflection is held as a message is displayed on the scoreboard for former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox after he was shot in the Dominican Republic before a game against the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: Chris Sale #41 of the Boston Red Sox looks on before a game against the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Chris Sale
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: Andrew Benintendi #16 of the Boston Red Sox hits a two run home run during the first inning of a game against the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Andrew Benintendi
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: Andrew Benintendi #16 of the Boston Red Sox rounds the bases after hitting a two run home run during the first inning of a game against the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Andrew Benintendi
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: A fan displays a sign for former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox after he was shot in the Dominican Republic before a game against the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: Chris Sale #41 of the Boston Red Sox delivers during the sixth inning of a game against the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Chris Sale
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: Chris Sale #41 of the Boston Red Sox delivers during the seventh inning of a game against the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Chris Sale
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: Brock Holt #12 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after hitting a game tying RBI single during the ninth inning of a game against the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brock Holt
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: Members of the Texas Rangers celebrate a victory against the Boston Red Sox on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox is tagged out by Logan Forsyth #41 of the Texas Rangers as he is caught in a run down during the ninth inning of a game against the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts; Logan Forsyth
BOSTON, MA – JUNE 10: Elvis Andrus #1, Danny Santana #38, Asdrubal Cabrera #14 and Rougned Odor #12 of the Texas Rangers react after the go ahead run was scored during the ninth inning of a game against the Boston Red Sox on June 10, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rougned Odor; Elvis Andrus; Danny Santana; Asdrubal Cabrera
Tough one tonight in extra innings. Before the game, the Red Sox held a moment of reflection for David Ortiz in the wake of a shooting incident in the Dominican Republic.
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: The sun rises over Fenway Park before the Opening Day game between the Boston Red Sox and the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: The sun rises over Fenway Park before the Opening Day game between the Boston Red Sox and the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: The Boston Red Sox 2018 World Series championship rings are delivered before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: The gold trimmed logo of the Boston Red Sox is shown on a hat before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Blake Swihart #23 of the Boston Red Sox arrives before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Blake Swihart
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox arrives before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: The Boston Red Sox 2018 World Series banner is dropped over the Green Monster during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox is introduced with the World Series trophy during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Manager Alex Cora of the Boston Red Sox is introduced during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Cora
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Manager Alex Cora of the Boston Red Sox poses with his ring during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Cora
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: David Price #24 of the Boston Red Sox high fives teammates during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Price
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Rick Porcello #22 of the Boston Red Sox looks at his ring during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rick Porcello
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Jackie Bradley Jr. #19, J.D. Martinez #28, and Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox look at their rings during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.; J.D. Martinez; Mookie Betts
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Jackie Bradley Jr. and Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox look at their rings during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.; Mookie Betts
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: David Price #24 of the Boston Red Sox is introduced during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Price
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Andrew Benintendi #16 of the Boston Red Sox poses with his ring during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Andrew Benintendi
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Members of the Boston Red Sox walk toward the outfield during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Rafael Devers #11, Xander Bogaerts #2, and Eduardo Nunez #36 of the Boston Red Sox pose with their rings during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rafael Devers; Xander Bogaerts; Eduardo Nunez
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Manager Alex Cora of the Boston Red Sox raises the 2018 World Series flag surrounded by teammates during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Alex Cora
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox looks at his ring during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Julian Edelman #11 of the New England Patriots looks on behind the Green Monster with the Vince Lombardi trophy during the Boston Red Sox 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Julian Edelman
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Rob Gronkowski of the New England Patriots reacts with the Vince Lombardi trophy during the Boston Red Sox 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rob Gronkowski
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Julian Edelman #11 of the New England Patriots reacts with the Vince Lombardi trophy during the Boston Red Sox 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Julian Edelman
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Rob Gronkowski of the New England Patriots looks on behind the Green Monster with the Vince Lombardi trophy during the Boston Red Sox 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rob Gronkowski
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Dustin Pedroia #15 of the Boston Red Sox walks with his World Series ring during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Dustin Pedroia
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Members of the Boston Red Sox are introduced during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: A general view during the Boston Red Sox 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Steve Pearce #25, former designated hitter David Ortiz, former first baseman Mike Lowell, and former left fielder Manny Ramirez of the Boston Red Sox pose for a photograph with the 2004, 2007, 2013, and 2018 World Series trophies during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. All four players won the World Series Most Valuable Player award. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Steve Pearce; David Ortiz; Mike Lowell; Manny Ramirez
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox reacts with Julian Edelman #11 of the New England Patriots during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox reacts with Rob Gronkowski #87 of the New England Patriots as they hold the Vince Lombardi trophy and the World Series trophy during a 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Rob Gronkowski
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Rob Gronkowski #87 of the New England Patriots is introduced introduced with the Vince Lombardi trophy during the Boston Red Sox 2018 World Series championship ring ceremony before the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rob Gronkowski
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after hitting a double during the eighth inning of the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Dustin Pedroia #15 of the Boston Red Sox reacts during the fourth inning of the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Dustin Pedroia
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox slides as he scores during the sixth inning of the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Mitch Moreland #18 of the Boston Red Sox reacts with Mookie Betts #50 after hitting a solo home run during the second inning of the Opening Day game against the Toronto Blue Jays on April 9, 2019 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mitch Moreland; Mookie Betts
The Boston Red Sox returned to Fenway Park yesterday for their 2019 home opener against the Toronto Blue Jays. Before the game, players, coaches, and team staff received their 2018 World Series championship rings. Members of the Super Bowl champion New England Patriots were also in attendance for the ceremony.
It was an awesome day to be a part of despite not ideal weather conditions and an ugly game. We’re lucky to be able to do what we do and call it work.
April 4, 2019 , Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz reacts in the van before a visit to the Sarah Greenwood School in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, April 4, 2019.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
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Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz exits the van before a visit to the Sarah Greenwood School in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, April 4, 2019.
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Students reacts during a visit to the Sarah Greenwood School in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, April 4, 2019.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
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Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz speaks during a visit to the Sarah Greenwood School in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, April 4, 2019.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
April 4, 2019 , Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz speaks during a visit to the Sarah Greenwood School in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, April 4, 2019.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
April 4, 2019 , Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz gives away hats to students during a visit to the Sarah Greenwood School in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, April 4, 2019.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
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Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz poses for a selfie photograph as he gives away hats to students during a visit to the Sarah Greenwood School in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, April 4, 2019.
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Boston Red Sox mascot Wally the Green Monster gives away hats to students during a visit to the Sarah Greenwood School in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, April 4, 2019.
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April 4, 2019 , Boston, MA:
Boston Red Sox giveaway hats are shown during a visit to the Sarah Greenwood School in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, April 4, 2019.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
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Students reacts during a visit to the Sarah Greenwood School in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, April 4, 2019.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
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Red Sox Foundation Board Member Linda Pizzuti Henry gives away Boston Red Sox hats to students during a visit to the Sarah Greenwood School in Dorchester, Massachusetts Thursday, April 4, 2019.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
Yesterday, as part of the club’s “Calling All Kids” effort to connect baseball to the next generation of fans, the Red Sox and JetBlue today distributed over 46,000 Red Sox baseball hats to Boston Public Schools (BPS) students and staff in 104 schools throughout the City of Boston.
I rode in with David Ortiz to document the visit for the Red Sox.
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: A rainbow forms over Fenway Park before game two of the 2018 World Series between the Boston Red Sox and the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Heath Hembree #37, Brnadon Workman #44, Brian Johnson #61, and Ryan Brasier #70 of the Boston Red Sox look on before game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Heath Hembree; Brian Johnson; Brandon Workman; Ryan Brasier
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Steven Wright #35 of the Boston Red Sox reacts with his wife Shannon and son Lucas before game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Steven Wright
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox warms up before game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox is introduced before throwing out a ceremonial first pitch before game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Former Boston Red Sox players Jason Varitek, David Ortiz, Tim Wakefield, Kevin Millar, Alan Embree, Keith Foulke, and Pedro Martinez throw out a ceremonial first pitch before game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jason Varitek; David Ortiz; Tim Wakefield; Kevin Millar; Alan Embree; Keith Folk; Pedro Martinez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Manager Dave Roberts of the Los Angeles Dodgers reacts with former players Kevin Millar and Tim Wakefield of the Boston Red Sox before throwing out a ceremonial first pitch before game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kevin Millar; Dave Roberts; Tim Wakefield
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: J.D. Martinez #28 of the Boston Red Sox sits at his locker during the inning of game two of the 2018 World Series between the Boston Red Sox and the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** J.D. Martinez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Manager Dave Roberts of the Los Angeles Dodgers acknowledges the crowd as he is recognized during a ceremonial first pitch ceremony before game two of the 2018 World Series against the Boston Red Sox on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Dave Roberts
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Jackie Bradley Jr. #19 and Andrew Benintendi #16 of the Boston Red Sox run onto the field before game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.; Andrew Benintendi
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: David Freese #25 of the Los Angeles Dodgers stops short of the photographer pit as he attempts to catch a fly ball during the second inning of game two of the 2018 World Series against the Boston Red Sox on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Freese
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Ian Kinsler #5 of the Boston Red Sox leaps as he catches a line drive during the third inning of game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Ian Kinsler
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Steve Pearce #25 of the Boston Red Sox reacts during the third inning of game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Steve Pearce
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: David Price #24 of the Boston Red Sox reacts during the fourth inning of game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Price
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Cody Bellinger #35 and Chris Taylor #3 of the Los Angeles Dodgers attempt to catch a fly ball during Game 2 of the 2018 World Series against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Cody Bellinger; Chris Taylor
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Mookie Betts #50 scores as J.D. Martinez #28 of the Boston Red Sox runs up the line after hitting an RBI single during the fifth inning of game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts; J.D. Martinez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Joe Kelly #56 of the Boston Red Sox enters the game during the seventh inning of game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Joe Kelly
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Andrew Benintendi #16 of the Boston Red Sox makes a leaping catch against the wall on a ball hit by Brian Dozier of the Los Angeles Dodgers during the fifth inning of game two of the 2018 World Series on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Andrew Benintendi
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: J.D. Martinez #28 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after hitting an RBI single during the fifth inning of game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** J.D. Martinez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Joe Kelly #56 of the Boston Red Sox reacts during the seventh inning of game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Joe Kelly
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Members of the Boston Red Sox celebrate a victory in game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Craig Kimbrel #46 of the Boston Red Sox celebrates a victory in game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Craig Kimbrel
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Craig Kimbrel #46 and Christian Vazquez #7 of the Boston Red Sox celebrate a victory in game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Craig Kimbrel; Christian Vazquez
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Craig Kimbrel #46 of the Boston Red Sox enters the game from the bullpen during the ninth inning of game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Craig Kimbrel
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 24: Mookie Betts #50 and Brock Holt #12 of the Boston Red Sox celebrate a victory in game two of the 2018 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on October 23, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts; Brock Holt
Game 2 of the World Series is in the books! Another win for the Red Sox puts us up 2-0 in the Series as we travel to Dodger Stadium. Before the game, members of the 2004 World Champion Red Sox threw out a ceremonial first pitch.
BOSTON, MA – AUGUST 2: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox reacts as he rides a boat during a visit to Camp harbor View on August 2, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – AUGUST 2: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox plays with a dog as he boards a boat during a visit to Camp harbor View on August 2, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – AUGUST 2: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox speaks to campers during a visit to Camp harbor View on August 2, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – AUGUST 2: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox speaks to campers during a visit to Camp harbor View on August 2, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – AUGUST 2: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox poses for a selfie photograph with a camper during a visit to Camp harbor View on August 2, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – AUGUST 2: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox greets campers during a visit to Camp harbor View on August 2, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – AUGUST 2: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox fishes in the Boston Harbor as he rides a boat back after a visit to Camp Harbor View on August 2, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – AUGUST 2: Campers react as former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox speaks to campers during a visit to Camp harbor View on August 2, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – AUGUST 2: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox poses with a fish he caught in the Boston Harbor as he rides a boat back after a visit to Camp Harbor View on August 2, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – AUGUST 2: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox fishes in the Boston Harbor as he rides a boat back after a visit to Camp Harbor View on August 2, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – AUGUST 2: Former designated hitter David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox throws back a fish he caught in the Boston Harbor as he rides a boat back after a visit to Camp Harbor View on August 2, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
Today, David Ortiz visited campers at Camp Harbor View, a recreational kids summer camp located on Long Island in Boston Harbor that accepts close to 900 campers from Boston, ages 11–14, per summer. After a short boat ride from Boston’s Seaport, Ortiz and the boat captains took some time to fish for Striper in Boston Harbor.
Fun day at work for me! You never know what this job will bring your way.
