It’s the end of an era in Boston for Tim Wakefield.
The Boston Red Sox just announced a few minutes ago that Wakefield will retire from baseball today. A press conference is scheduled for 5 p.m. at JetBlue Park in Ft. Myers, FL.
Wakefield joined the Red Sox in 1995 as a free agent after being released from the Pittsburgh Pirates. In his 17 years with the local nine, he was 186-168 with a 4.43 ERA and 22 saves in 590 games (430 starts).
He’ll finish his long career with a record of 200-180 with a 4.41 ERA and 22 savesin 627 games (463 starts).
As for what I’ve seen, NESN will have live coverage of Wake’s retirement press conference. If any online streams become available, I’ll let you know.
Definitely a sad day as a Red Sox fan. Wake will be missed.
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