Joe Castiglione Retires as Red Sox Broadcaster

Joe Castiglione, the iconic voice of the Boston Red Sox for 42 years, retired after calling his final game on September 29, 2024, at Fenway Park. The Red Sox honored him with a pre-game ceremony featuring highlights of his career, which included calling all four of the team's World Series victories. Mayor Michelle Wu declared the day 'Joe Castiglione Day' and presented him with a commemorative certificate. Castiglione, who received the Ford C. Frick Award from the Baseball Hall of Fame earlier this year, threw out the first pitch to former player Jackie Bradley Jr. His final call ended with a heartfelt message to fans, marking the conclusion of a storied broadcasting era. He plans to remain with the team in an ambassadorial role, occasionally participating in broadcasts.