Joe Castiglione Honored, Retires After 42 Seasons

Joe Castiglione, the long-time radio broadcaster for the Boston Red Sox, was honored in an emotional pregame ceremony at Fenway Park as he retired after 42 years. The event featured tributes from former players, including Hall of Famers Pedro Martinez and Jim Rice, and notable figures from the Red Sox's championship teams. Mayor Michelle Wu declared September 29, 2024, as 'Joe Castiglione Day' in Boston, and Castiglione received a tile from the Green Monster and seats from Fenway Park. Castiglione, who was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame earlier this year, signed off with his final call as the Red Sox finished their season with a 3-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays. He expressed gratitude for his career and the fans, closing with a traditional quote from former MLB commissioner Bart Giamatti.