BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: The sun rises over Fenway Park before the Opening Day game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: The sun rises over Fenway Park before the Opening Day game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Hanley Ramirez #13 of the Boston Red Sox looks on before the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Hanley Ramirez
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Joe Kelly #56 of the Boston Red Sox looks on before the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Joe Kelly
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Drew Pomeranz #31 of the Boston Red Sox walks through the dugout before the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Drew Pomeranz
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: J.D. Martinez #28 of the Boston Red Sox high fives teammates as he is introduced before the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** J.D. Martinez
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Meghan Duggan, Brianna Decker, Kacey Bellamy, and Amanda Pelkey of the United States Women’s Olympic Hockey team are introduced before the the Opening Day game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Meghan Duggan; Brianna Decker; Kacey Bellamy; Amanda Pelkey
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: A flyover is held as members of the Boston Red Sox stand during the national anthem before the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Members of the Boston Red Sox stand during the national anthem before the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Meghan Duggan, Brianna Decker, Kacey Bellamy, and Amanda Pelkey of the United States Women’s Olympic Hockey team, Olympic Luge silver medalist Chris Mazdzer, Nordic skiing Paralympic Silver Medalist Jake Adicoff, and Nordic skiing Paralympic Medalist Dan Cnossen of the United States are introduced before the Opening Day game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Dan Cnossen; Jake Adicoff; Chris Mazdzer; Amanda Pelkey, Kacey Bellamy, Brianna Decker, Meghan Duggan
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Meghan Duggan, Brianna Decker, Kacey Bellamy, and Amanda Pelkey of the United States Women’s Olympic Hockey team, Olympic Luge silver medalist Chris Mazdzer, Nordic skiing Paralympic Silver Medalist Jake Adicoff, and Nordic skiing Paralympic Medalist Dan Cnossen of the United States are introduced before the Opening Day game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Dan Cnossen; Jake Adicoff; Chris Mazdzer; Amanda Pelkey, Kacey Bellamy, Brianna Decker, Meghan Duggan
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: The gold medal won by the United States Women’s Olympic Hockey team is displayed before the the Opening Day game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Red Sox Foundation board member Linda Pizzuti Henry, Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, and Principal Owner John Henry of the Boston Red Sox react before the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Linda Pizzuti Henry, Marty Walsh, John Henry
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox is introduced before the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman is introduced before the Opening Day game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Aly Raisman
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox reveals a shirt displaying a ‘Girl Power’ message before the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Former designated hitter David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox reveals a shirt displaying a ‘Girl Power’ message alongside olympic gymnast Aly Raisman before the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz; Aly Raisman
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox runs onto the field before the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mookie Betts
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Bobby Poyner #66 of the Boston Red Sox reacts during the twelfth inning of the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Bobby Poyner
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Hanley Ramirez #13 of the Boston Red Sox reacts during the fifth inning of the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Hanley Ramirez
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after hitting a game tying RBI double during the ninth inning of the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: David Price #24 of the Boston Red Sox delivers reacts during the sixth inning of the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Price
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Craig Kimbrel #46 of the Boston Red Sox reacts during the tenth inning of the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Craig Kimbrel
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox breaks his bat during the third inning of the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Hanley Ramirez #13 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after hitting a game winning walk-off single during the twelfth inning of the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Hanley Ramirez
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Hanley Ramirez #13 of the Boston Red Sox reacts with Xander Bogaerts #2 and Andrew Benintendi #16 after hitting a game winning walk-off single during the twelfth inning of the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Hanley Ramirez; Andrew Benintendi; Xander Bogaerts
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Hanley Ramirez #13 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after hitting a game winning walk-off single during the twelfth inning of the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Hanley Ramirez
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Hanley Ramirez #13 of the Boston Red Sox reacts with teammates after hitting a game winning walk-off single during the twelfth inning of the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Hanley Ramirez
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 5: Hanley Ramirez #13 of the Boston Red Sox reacts with Brock Holt #12 and Marco Hernandez #41 after hitting a game winning walk-off single during the twelfth inning of the Opening Day game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5, 2018 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Hanley Ramirez; Marco Hernandez; Brock Holt
We’re underway again at Fenway Park! This week’s Opening Day was my seventh with the Red Sox, and ninth in Major League Baseball. I’m getting old.
As Opening Days go, this was a good one. The Red Sox came from behind to beat the Tampa Bay Rays on a walk-off hit by Hanley Ramirez in the twelfth inning.
Before the game, the team welcomed Winter Olympians and Paralympians from the New England region in a moving pre-game ceremony, which included a special appearance by David Ortiz.
June 22, 2017, Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz walks along Yawkey Way during the unveiling of David Ortiz Drive, formerly known as Yawkey Way Extension, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, June 22, 2017.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
June 22, 2017, Boston, MA:
A worker installs the new street sign during the unveiling of David Ortiz Drive, formerly known as Yawkey Way Extension, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, June 22, 2017.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
June 22, 2017, Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz reacts during the unveiling of David Ortiz Drive, formerly known as Yawkey Way Extension, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, June 22, 2017.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
June 22, 2017, Boston, MA:
Workers install a life size number 34 during the unveiling of David Ortiz Drive, formerly known as Yawkey Way Extension, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, June 22, 2017.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
June 22, 2017, Boston, MA:
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh speaks during the unveiling of David Ortiz Drive, formerly known as Yawkey Way Extension, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, June 22, 2017.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
June 22, 2017, Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz speaks during the unveiling of David Ortiz Drive, formerly known as Yawkey Way Extension, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, June 22, 2017.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
June 22, 2017, Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz speaks with Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, Boston Red Sox President Sam Kennedy and Chairman Tom Werner during the unveiling of David Ortiz Drive, formerly known as Yawkey Way Extension, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, June 22, 2017.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
June 22, 2017, Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz speaks alongside Boston Red Sox Chairman Tom Werner, President Sam Kennedy, and Boston Mayor Marty Walsh during the unveiling of David Ortiz Drive, formerly known as Yawkey Way Extension, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, June 22, 2017.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
June 22, 2017, Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz speaks during the unveiling of David Ortiz Drive, formerly known as Yawkey Way Extension, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, June 22, 2017.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
June 22, 2017, Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz and Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh point to the sky as they perform a skit at the grill during the unveiling of David Ortiz Drive, formerly known as Yawkey Way Extension, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, June 22, 2017.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
June 22, 2017, Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz removes the covering to unveil David Ortiz Drive, formerly known as Yawkey Way Extension, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, June 22, 2017.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
June 22, 2017, Boston, MA:
Former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz removes the covering to unveil David Ortiz Drive, formerly known as Yawkey Way Extension, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Thursday, June 22, 2017.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh, the Boston Red Sox, and Boston Public School student athletes honored former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz today with the unveiling of David Ortiz Drive, currently known as Yawkey Way Extension.
January 25, 2017, Boston, MA:
Boston Red Sox President Sam Kennedy speaks during the unveiling of a new indoor batting cage at the BCYFTobin Community Center in Roxbury Crossing, Massachusetts Wednesday, January 25, 2017.
(Photos by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
January 25, 2017, Boston, MA:
Members of the RBI League attend during the unveiling of a new indoor batting cage at the BCYFTobin Community Center in Roxbury Crossing, Massachusetts Wednesday, January 25, 2017.
(Photos by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
January 25, 2017, Boston, MA:
Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh speaks during the unveiling of a new indoor batting cage at the BCYFTobin Community Center in Roxbury Crossing, Massachusetts Wednesday, January 25, 2017.
(Photos by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
January 25, 2017, Boston, MA:
Boston Red Sox mascot Wally the Green Monster takes batting practice during the unveiling of a new indoor batting cage at the BCYFTobin Community Center in Roxbury Crossing, Massachusetts Wednesday, January 25, 2017.
(Photos by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
January 25, 2017, Boston, MA:
Boston Red Sox President Sam Kennedy and Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony during the unveiling of a new indoor batting cage at the BCYFTobin Community Center in Roxbury Crossing, Massachusetts Wednesday, January 25, 2017.
(Photos by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
January 25, 2017, Boston, MA:
A fan takes batting practice during the unveiling of a new indoor batting cage at the BCYFTobin Community Center in Roxbury Crossing, Massachusetts Wednesday, January 25, 2017.
(Photos by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
Boston Mayor Walsh and the Boston Red Sox Foundation formally unveiled the first of four indoor batting cages that will be installed in 2017 at Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) community centers throughout the City of Boston. The batting cage installation is made possible by a grant from Major League Baseball (MLB) and the Major League Baseball Players Association’s (MLBPA) Youth Development Foundation.
This event was exactly what you would expect from a ribbon cutting photo wise, but it’s a great initiative that the Red Sox have partnered with. I grew up playing baseball, and was always lucky enough to have indoor batting cages to hit in year-round. This project begins giving that same access to kids in the city of Boston, even in the cold winter months. Any young baseball player deserves that!
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 21: Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh throws out a ceremonial first pitch before a game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays on April 21, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts . (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Martin Walsh
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 21: Dustin Pedroia #15 of the Boston Red Sox rounds the bases after hitting a two run home run during the first inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 21, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts . (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Dustin Pedroia
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 21: Christian Vazquez #7 of the Boston Red Sox reaches to catch a foul ball during the fifth inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 21, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts . (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Christian Vazquez
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 21: A young fan waves during a game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays on April 21, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts . (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 21: David Price #24 of the Boston Red Sox fields a ground ball during the fourth inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 21, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts . (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Price
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 21: Fans do the wave during a game between the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays on April 21, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts . (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 21: David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox slides into second base after hitting a double during the seventh inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 21, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts . (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Ortiz
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 21: Travis Shaw #47 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after hitting an RBI double during the seventh inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 21, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts . (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Travis Shaw
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 21: Evan Longoria #3 of the Tampa Bay Rays hits a go ahead RBI double during the fourth inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 21, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts . (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Evan Longoria
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 21: Travis Shaw #47 of the Boston Red Sox catches a fly ball during the eighth inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 21, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts . (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Travis Shaw
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 21: Jackie Bradley Jr. #25 of the Boston Red Sox attempts to catch a fly ball off the Green Monster as Brock Holt #12 looks on during the eighth inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 21, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts . (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jackie Bradley Jr.; Brock Holt
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 21: Brandon Guyer #5, Steven Souza Jr. #20, and Kevin Kiermaier #39 of the Tampa Bay Rays celebrate a victory against the Boston Red Sox on April 21, 2016 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts . (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brandon Guyer; Steven Souza Jr.; Kevin Kiermaier
Here are images from the last game of the first home stand of the season, a tough loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.
“Fans play in the outfield during Little League Opening Day at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, April 9, 2016.”
“A fan peeks over the bullpen wall during Little League Opening Day at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, April 9, 2016.”
“Boston Mayor Marty Walsh speaks during Little League Opening Day at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, April 9, 2016. “
“Fans play in the outfield during Little League Opening Day at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, April 9, 2016.”
“Fans play in the outfield with Boston Red Sox mascot Tessie during Little League Opening Day at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, April 9, 2016.”
“A fan plays catch in the outfield during Little League Opening Day at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, April 9, 2016.”
The Red Sox hosted hundreds of Little Leaguers at Fenway Park over the weekend for an Opening Day event that celebrate the start of Little League’s baseball and softball season. Mayor Martin J. Walsh attended the event, which also included a special ceremony with opening remarks from Red Sox Chairman, Tom Werner, and former Red Sox players Steve Lyons and Sam Horn.
“Boston Mayor Marty Walsh wears goggles as he tests the Boston Red Sox virtual reality dugout during a walk through of Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Friday, April 8, 2016.”
April 8, 2016, Boston, MA:
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh poses for a photograph with Boston Red Sox mascots Wally and Tessie on a replica bench during the Mayor’s walk through of Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Friday, April 8, 2016.
(Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox)
“Boston Mayor Marty Walsh enters the field during a walk through of Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Friday, April 8, 2016.”
The Boston Red Sox welcomed Boston Mayor Marty Walsh to Fenway Park for the annual Mayor’s Walk Through this morning. Alongside Linda Pizzuti Henry, Red Sox President Sam Kennedy, and Chairman Tom Werner, Mayor Walsh checked out the off-season additions and improvements to the Park, including a Virtual Reality dugout station, new attractions for young fans in the Kids Concourse, and safety netting along the infield.
“Dublin hurling player Mark Schutte and Galway hurling player Dave Collins pose for a photograph during a press conference announcing the AIG Fenway Hurling Classic and Irish Festival Announcement, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Tuesday, September 15, 2015.”
“Boston Red Sox Chief Operating Officer Sam Kennedy speaks during a press conference announcing the AIG Fenway Hurling Classic and Irish Festival Announcement, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Tuesday, September 15, 2015.”
“Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh speaks during a press conference announcing the AIG Fenway Hurling Classic and Irish Festival Announcement, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Tuesday, September 15, 2015.”
“Galway hurling player Dave Collins and Dublin hurling player Mark Schutte speak during a press conference announcing the AIG Fenway Hurling Classic and Irish Festival Announcement, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Tuesday, September 15, 2015.”
“Galway hurling player Dave Collins poses for a photograph during a press conference announcing the AIG Fenway Hurling Classic and Irish Festival Announcement, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Tuesday, September 15, 2015.”
“A hurling stick is shown during a press conference announcing the AIG Fenway Hurling Classic and Irish Festival Announcement, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Tuesday, September 15, 2015.”
“Dublin hurling player Mark Schutte poses for a photograph during a press conference announcing the AIG Fenway Hurling Classic and Irish Festival Announcement, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Tuesday, September 15, 2015.”
“Dublin hurling player Mark Schutte and Galway hurling player Dave Collins pose for a photograph during a press conference announcing the AIG Fenway Hurling Classic and Irish Festival Announcement, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Tuesday, September 15, 2015.”
“Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh practices hurling technique during a press conference announcing the AIG Fenway Hurling Classic and Irish Festival Announcement, at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Tuesday, September 15, 2015.”
Yesterday, the Boston Red Sox announced that Fenway Park will play host to the sport of Hurling this fall as part of the AIG Fenway Hurling Classic & Irish Festival. The Irish sport is returning to Fenway Park for the first time since 1954.
I know nothing about this game, but it seems like it will be something interesting and different to photograph! Here are a few quick snaps from yesterday’s press conference announcement.
“Boston Red Sox President & CEO Larry Lucchino, Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, and Chairman Tom Werner walk up a concourse into the stadium during a walk through of Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, April 6, 2015.”
“A sign in the Gate K Kids Concourse is shown at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, April 6, 2015.”
“Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, Boston Red Sox President & CEO Larry Lucchino, Chairman Tom Werner, and local kids participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of a newly constructed Gate K Kids Concourse during a walk through of Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, April 6, 2015.”
“Boston Red Sox President & CEO Larry Lucchino and Chairman Tom Werner point out the new additions to Fenway Park to Boston Mayor Marty Walsh during a walk through of Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, April 6, 2015.”
“Boston Red Sox President & CEO Larry Lucchino, Chairman Tom Werner and Boston Mayor Marty Walsh tour the Wally Clubhouse during a walk through of Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, April 6, 2015.”
“Boston Mayor Marty Walsh speaks at a press conference during a walk through of Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, April 6, 2015.”
“(From left to right) Boston Red Sox President & CEO Larry Lucchino, Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, North Carolina University Chancellor Debra Saunders-White, Boston Area Church League Chairman Frank Jordan, Florida A&M University President Dr. Elmira Mangum, Boston Red Sox Chairman Tom Werner, Boston Police Chief Williams Gross, and Boston Red Sox mascot Wally the Green Monster pose for a photograph at a press conference announce a Historical Black Colleges Game during a walk through of Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, April 6, 2015.”
“Boston Mayor Marty Walsh samples a Fenway Frank hot dog during a walk through of Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, April 6, 2015.”
“Boston Red Sox President & CEO Larry Lucchino and Chairman Tom Werner greet Boston Mayor Marty Walsh during a walk through of Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, April 6, 2015.”
“Boston Red Sox President & CEO Larry Lucchino and Boston Mayor Marty Walsh share a laugh during a walk through of Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Monday, April 6, 2015.”
Today is Opening Day for the 2015 Major League Baseball season! It’s hard to believe the winter is over and the season is back upon us.
As has been tradition in recent years, Boston’s Mayor, Marty Walsh, came to Fenway Park this morning to recognize the start of the season and to view recent improvements and additions to the ballpark.
The walk through also coincided with the opening of ‘Gate K,’ a concourse in the ballpark designated for kids, as well as the announcement of a Historically Black Colleges and Universities game to be played here later this month.
“Members of the military color guards are introduced during the fifth annual Run to Home Base presented by New Balance at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, July 19, 2014.”“Boston Mayor Marty Walsh gives remarks during the fifth annual Run to Home Base presented by New Balance at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, July 19, 2014.”“Runners on Yawkey Way pass through the starting line of the Run to Home Base 10K course during the fifth annual Run to Home Base presented by New Balance at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, July 19, 2014.”“Runners on Yawkey Way pass through the starting line of the Run to Home Base 10K course during the fifth annual Run to Home Base presented by New Balance at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, July 19, 2014.”“Runners on Yawkey Way pass through the starting line of the Run to Home Base 10K course during the fifth annual Run to Home Base presented by New Balance at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, July 19, 2014.”“A runner passes through the finish line in front of the Green Monster during the fifth annual Run to Home Base presented by New Balance at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, July 19, 2014.”“A young race participant is congratulated by a member of the military after finishing a 10k race course during the fifth annual Run to Home Base presented by New Balance at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, July 19, 2014.”“Runners check time results after completing a 10k race course during the fifth annual Run to Home Base presented by New Balance at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, July 19, 2014.”“A race volunteer stacks care packages prepared by race participants for active military members during the fifth annual Run to Home Base presented by New Balance at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, July 19, 2014.”“A race participant writes a letter as he prepares a care package for active military members during the fifth annual Run to Home Base presented by New Balance at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts Saturday, July 19, 2014.”
This morning, the Red Sox Foundation hosted the fifth annual Run to Home Base presented by New Balance 10k race, which brought over 2,600 runners and walkers to Fenway Park to support Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and their families as they heal from post traumatic stress and traumatic brain injury.
This was an early morning for me, but I always enjoy shooting this event. These are a few features from the day.
“The sun rises over Fenway Park on the morning of the 2014 Boston Red Sox home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 in Boston, Massachusetts.”“A Josten’s representative prepares a 2013 Boston Red Sox World Series ring before the ring ceremony on Opening Day Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“The World Series Most Valuable Player ring, awarded to Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz, is prepared before the ring ceremony on Opening Day Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Marathon hero Carlos Arredondo gets an autograph from former Boston Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martinez during a meet and greet before the Boston Red Sox 2014 home opening day and World Series ring ceremony Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“The 2013 World Series championship banner is dropped over the Green Monster during the Boston Red Sox World Series ring ceremony at the 2014 season home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Marathon hero Carlos Arredondo and other victims, families, and heroes involved with the Boston Marathon bombings are introduced during the Boston Red Sox World Series ring ceremony at the 2014 season home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox left fielder Jonny Gomes and first baseman Mike Napoli receive their rings during the World Series ring ceremony at the 2014 season home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia receives his ring during the World Series ring ceremony at the 2014 season home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts displays his ring during the World Series ring ceremony at the 2014 season home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox catcher David Ross puts on his ring during the World Series ring ceremony at the 2014 season home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz high fives teammates during the World Series ring ceremony at the 2014 season home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz wears his 2004, 2007, and 2013 World Series rings and 2013 World Series Most Valuable Player ring on a necklace during the World Series ring ceremony at the 2014 season home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Members of the Hanscom Air Force Base assist in a flag drop of the American flag during the Boston Red Sox World Series ring ceremony at the 2014 season home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Former Boston Celtics player Leon Powe and former Boston Red Sox players Jason Varitek, Mike Lowell, and Pedro Martinez hold championship trophies before they are introduced during the Boston Red Sox World Series ring ceremony at the 2014 season home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“(From left to right) Former Boston Red Sox players Pedro Martinez, Mike Lowell and Jason Varitek, former Mayor of Boston Tom Menino, former Boston Celtics player Leon Powe, former Boston Bruins player Mark Recchi, and former New England Patriots players Tedy Bruschi, Troy Brown, and Ty Law display championship trophies as they are introduced during the Boston Red Sox World Series ring ceremony at the 2014 season home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Former Boston Mayor Tom Menino jokes with current Mayor Marty Walsh before throwing out the ceremonial first pitch during the Boston Red Sox World Series ring ceremony at the 2014 season home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“A grounds crew member changes bases during the Boston Red Sox 2014 home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox third baseman Will Middlebrooks signs autographs during the World Series ring ceremony at the 2014 season home opener Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox center fielder Grady Sizemore slides as he steals third base during the second inning of the 2014 home opener against the Milwaukee Brewers Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox third baseman Will Middlebrooks hits a solo home run during the third inning of the 2014 home opener against the Milwaukee Brewers Friday, April 4, 2014 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”
It’s great to be back in baseball season, and we had a memorable Opening Day to begin the 2014 baseball season here at Fenway Park. In following our tradition, we were here early to shoot the sunrise over the park. This year, we shot video as well, and produced the quick video piece posted above for the Red Sox Instagram account.
Minutes after the sun came up, an armored truck carrying a special delivery showed up to the ballpark.
The truck was, of course, hauling the hardware. The 2013 World Series rings had arrived for a special pre-game ring ceremony honoring the 2013 world champion Boston Red Sox. These are some of the highlights from a fantastic ceremony.