Back at Boston Red Sox Spring Training for the start of my 12th season with the club. Here’s a selection of images from a fast and furious week of team workouts.
I‘m excited to be back at it for the start of my 11th season with the Boston Red Sox. After yet another turbulent offseason with the uncertainty of the league-wide lockout, I’m hopeful that this closes a chapter of chaos and we can fall back into the rhythm we’re all used to.
Here are some early warm-up scenes from an abbreviated workout period at jetBlue Park. Still warming up for me, too.
For the most recent episode of new YouTube show “Some Good News,” actor and Massachusetts native John Krasinski partnered with the Boston Red Sox to deliver the surprise of a life time to healthcare workers in Boston.
Krasinski surprised medical staff of a COVID-19 unit at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center with a video message from Red Sox legend David Ortiz and four free Red Sox tickets for life.
The staffers then got to ride on a specially commissioned Duck Boat to an empty Fenway Park, where they threw out a ceremonial first pitch, ran the bases, posed for pictures, and received special scoreboard video messages from Red Sox players, Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, and Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker.
The episode of “Some Good News” is embedded above, and a gallery of photos from the special trip to Fenway Park is below. It was a surreal experience to be inside the ballpark to shoot this. Proud of our Red Sox crew for always stepping up to the challenge and delivering the content when it’s needed.
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: The signage displays a message as medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Four seats are reserved as season tickets for medical workers as medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Four seats are reserved as season tickets for medical workers as medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: The scoreboard displays a message as medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: The signage displays a message as medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: The scoreboard displays a video message from Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker and Lauren Baker as medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: The scoreboard displays a video message from former Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz as medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center throw out a ceremonial first pitch as they are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center run a lap around the bases as they are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center pose for a photograph in front of the Green Monster scoreboard as they are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: The scoreboard displays a video message from Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts as medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Footprints in the infield are shown as medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center react as they cross home plate after running a lap around the bases as they are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: A Boston Duck tours Duck Boat transports medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center as they are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 9: Medical professionals from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center throw out a ceremonial first pitch as they are welcomed onto the empty field at Fenway Park in recognition of their work during the coronavirus pandemic on April 9, 2020 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The welcoming was filmed for the ‘Some Good News With John Krasinski’ YouTube series. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
Here’s a new cover image shot for Red Sox Magazine of shortstop Xander Bogaerts and third baseman Rafael Devers. I shot this portrait several weeks ago in the grounds crew warehouse at jetBlue Park in Fort Myers toward the end of Spring Training.
This portrait involved a three light set up – a main light in front with a six foot parabolic umbrella and two rim strobes with gridded strip boxes flanking the players from behind. We put some dirt on the floor to accentuate the gritty look, and topped it off with a few seconds of smoke from a machine. I’m happy with the results! A big thanks to the Fenway South grounds crew for their help in getting the space primed to shoot in, and thanks to Xander and Raffy for their time.
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 10: Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during the first inning of a Grapefruit League game against the St. Louis Cardinals on March 10, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rafael Devers
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 10: Jackie Bradley Jr. #19 of the Boston Red Sox reacts before a Grapefruit League game against the St. Louis Cardinals on March 10, 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 – MARCH 10: A crowd of fans looks on before a game between the Boston Red Sox and the St. Louis Cardinals on March 10, 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 – MARCH 10: Jackie Bradley Jr. #19 of the Boston Red Sox throws during the first inning of a Grapefruit League game against the St. Louis Cardinals on March 10, 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 – MARCH 10: Andrew Benintendi #16 of the Boston Red Sox bats during the second inning of a Grapefruit League game against the St. Louis Cardinals on March 10, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Andrew Benintendi
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 10: A general view during a Grapefruit League game between the Boston Red Sox and the St. Louis Cardinals on March 10, 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 – MARCH 10: A general view during a Grapefruit League game between the Boston Red Sox and the St. Louis Cardinals on March 10, 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 – MARCH 10: Fans wait in line in the concourse during a Grapefruit League game between the Boston Red Sox and the St. Louis Cardinals on March 10, 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 – MARCH 10: Boston Red Sox mascot Wally the Green Monster looks on during a Grapefruit League game between the Boston Red Sox and the St. Louis Cardinals on March 10, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Wally
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 8: Andrew Benintendi #16 of the Boston Red Sox looks on before a Grapefruit League game against the Minnesota Twins on March 8, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Andrew Benintendi
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 8: Rafael Devers #11, Jose Peraza #3, and Jonathan Arauz #26 of the Boston Red Sox look on before a Grapefruit League game against the Minnesota Twins on March 8, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rafael Devers; Jose Peraza; Jonathan Arauz
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 8: J.D. Martinez #28 of the Boston Red Sox reacts before a Grapefruit League game against the Minnesota Twins on March 8, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** J.D. Martinez
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 8: Jonathan Arauz #26 of the Boston Red Sox walks through the tunnel before a Grapefruit League game against the Minnesota Twins on March 8, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jonathan Arauz
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 8: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during the third inning of a Grapefruit League game against the Minnesota Twins on March 8, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 8: Martin Perez #54 of the Boston Red Sox delivers during the first inning of a Grapefruit League game against the Minnesota Twins on March 8, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Martin Perez
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 8: J.D. Martinez #28 of the Boston Red Sox holds his hat before a Grapefruit League game against the Minnesota Twins on March 8, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** J.D. Martinez
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 8: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox runs onto the field before a Grapefruit League game against the Minnesota Twins on March 8, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 8: Mitch Moreland #18 of the Boston Red Sox warms up on deck during the third inning of a Grapefruit League game against the Minnesota Twins on March 8, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Mitch Moreland
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 8: Martin Perez #54 of the Boston Red Sox reacts as he exits the field during the fourth inning of a Grapefruit League game against the Minnesota Twins on March 8, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Martin Perez
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 8: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox talks with Josh Donaldson #24 of the Minnesota Twins during the first inning of a Grapefruit League game on March 8, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts; Josh Donaldson
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 8: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox makes a diving stop during the fourth inning of a Grapefruit League game against the Minnesota Twins on March 8, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 8: Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox throws during the fourth inning of a Grapefruit League game against the Minnesota Twins on March 8, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rafael Devers
The Red Sox defeated the Minnesota Twins in a cross-town match up at jetBlue Park today. Martin Perez recorded a quality start over four innings for the Red Sox.
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Jonathan Arauz #36, Jarren Duran #92, Tzu-Wei Lin #30, and John Andreoli #67 of the Boston Red Sox pose for a portrait before a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jonathan Arauz; Jarren Duran; Tzu-Wei Lin; John Andreoli
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Tzu-Wei Lin #30 of the Boston Red Sox takes batting practice before a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Tzu-Wei Lin
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Jarren Duran #92 of the Boston Red Sox takes batting practice before a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jarren Duran
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Heath Hembree #37 of the Boston Red Sox runs sprints before a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Heath Hembree
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox looks on before a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: J.D. Martinez #28, Rusney Castillo #38, and Andrew Benintendi #16 of the Boston Red Sox talk in the dugout before a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rusney Castillo; Andrew Benintendi; J.D. Martinez
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: J.D. Martinez #28, Bobby Dalbec #29 and Andrew Benintendi #16 of the Boston Red Sox warm up before a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Andrew Benintendi; Bobby Dalbec; J.D. Martinez
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Martin Perez #54 of the Boston Red Sox blows a bubble as he looks on before a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Martin Perez
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox exits the field before a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox hits a single during the first inning of a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rafael Devers
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Xander Bogaerts #2 of the Boston Red Sox exits the dugout before a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Xander Bogaerts
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Christian Vazquez #7 of the Boston Red Sox reacts during the second inning of a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Christian Vazquez
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Andrew Benintendi #16 of the Boston Red Sox dives as he catches a fly ball during the third inning of a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Andrew Benintendi
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Bobby Dalbec #29 of the Boston Red Sox hits an RBI double during the third inning of a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Bobby Dalbec
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Phillips Valdez #95 of the Boston Red Sox delivers during the sixth inning of a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Phillips Valdez
FT. MYERS, FL – MARCH 7: Nathan Eovaldi #17 of the Boston Red Sox delivers during the second inning of a Grapefruit League game against the Toronto Blue Jays on March 7, 2020 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Nathan Eovaldi
Here’s a gallery of images from today’s hometown half of the Split Squad day against the Toronto Blue Jays.
