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Red Sox outfielder Ceddanne Rafaela posing after hitting a walk-off home run, with Dave O'Brien on the NESN call.

Red Sox radio, TV broadcasters praised for passionate calls of Ceddanne Rafaela’s walk-off home run

"That is the sound of eight straight at Fenway!"

By Reice Shipley OnJul 11, 2025 0
NESN's broadcast of Tuesday's Reds vs. Red Sox game included old graphics for a short time, honoring the 1975 World Series. Photo Credit: NESN

NESN used retro graphics for part of Reds vs. Red Sox game

"Zero reason for broadcasts not to do more of this."

By Michael Dixon OnJul 1, 2025 0
Aug 2, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (11) is interviewed after the Red Sox defeated the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park.

Report: Red Sox were frustrated Rafael Devers refused NESN postgame interviews

The Boston Globe's Peter Abraham and Alex Speier reported that to the Red Sox's frustration, Devers wouldn't conduct "even perfunctory postgame interviews" with NESN.

By Sam Neumann OnJun 21, 2025 0
Lou Merloni, a color analyst for the Red Sox on NESN, criticized umpire Mike Estabrook for his conduct that led to Walker Buehler's ejection. Photo Credit: NESN

NESN’s Lou Merloni criticizes ‘combative’ umpire during Walker Buehler’s ejection

"But when the mask comes off and you're aggressively coming at him, it's very combative. And you're escalating it."

By Michael Dixon OnMay 20, 2025 0
Alanna Rizzo

Alanna Rizzo joins NESN for Red Sox coverage

Baseball reporter Alanna Rizzo will cover the Boston Red Sox full time with NESN after the cancellation of her MLB Network show 'High Heat.'

By Matt Yoder OnMay 1, 2025 0
Jarren Duran yelling at a Guardians fan who referenced his 2022 suicide attempt from the stands

Red Sox broadcaster Will Middlebrooks condemns fan for reported comments on Jarren Duran’s past suicide attempt

"Disgusting."

By Reice Shipley OnApr 27, 2025 0
Red Sox announcers Dave O'Brien and Will Middlebrooks discussed the struggles of the team's next opponents, the Chicago White Sox. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

Red Sox announcers openly look forward to series against struggling White Sox

"The White Sox invent ways to lose games." "The trip to Chicago could be coming at the perfect time."

By Michael Dixon OnApr 10, 2025 0
Dave O'Brien, left, calls Thursday's game between the Boston Red Sox and Baltimore Orioles. Photo Credit: NESN

Red Sox broadcaster Dave O’Brien executes perfect reverse announcer jinx

"Looking for that first Red Sox home run..."

By Michael Dixon OnApr 4, 2025 0

Jonathan Papelbon on Rafael Devers: ‘You trim the fat, pigs squeal’

"That's what you're looking for, your pigs to squeal."

By Michael Dixon OnMar 31, 2025 0
According to multiple members of its content team, NESN has decided to eliminate its editorial department effective May 2.

NESN reportedly eliminates entire editorial department

The move will be effective as of Friday, May 2.

By Sam Neumann OnMar 6, 2025 0
Bruins center Morgan Geekie taking a shot

Chipotle robs Boston Bruins fans of seeing goal on NESN

At least it was Chipotle's braised beef barbacoa.

By Brandon Contes OnFeb 26, 2025 0
NESN 360

NESN dramatically reduces price for NESN 360 streaming service

The Boston-area regional sports network cut prices for its annual subscription by $90.

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 25, 2025 0
Judd Sirott with a Bruins' logo.

Bruins’ announcer Judd Sirott read a promo for Trent Frederic goal odds, then called his goal

"He scores! That’s +900 if you made the wager fast enough."

By Andrew Bucholtz OnFeb 5, 2025 0
Lou Merloni (L) and Will Flemming.

Lou Merloni, Will Flemming set for increased Red Sox broadcasting roles

Merloni looks set to become the primary Red Sox TV analyst, with Flemming becoming the team's primary radio PBP voice.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnDec 22, 2024 0

Dale Arnold is making a return to the NESN studio

Longtime New England sportscaster Dale Arnold is coming out of retirement. The former television play-by-play voice of the...

By Drew Lerner OnNov 29, 2024 0
Sophia Jurksztowicz

NESN’s Bruins studio host Sophia Jurksztowicz taking temporary leave of absence

"I WILL be okay, but right now I just need to take time away from work."

By Sean Keeley OnOct 2, 2024 0
NESN 360 showing an old game Sunday.

NESN 360 kept jumping to an old game during Sunday’s Red Sox-Orioles clash

Sunday's Red Sox-Orioles broadcast on NESN 360 kept jumping back to Friday's game feed.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnAug 18, 2024 0
Arlington, Texas, USA; Boston Red Sox center fielder Jarren Duran (16) on deck during the game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

Red Sox issue statement after NESN mics pick up Jarren Duran yelling homophobic slur

"During tonight's game, I used a truly horrific word when responding to a fan."

By Sean Keeley OnAug 11, 2024 18
Judd Sirott with a Bruins' logo.

Boston Bruins hire longtime radio voice Judd Sirott to replace Jack Edwards

After Jack Edwards' retirement, the Bruins fill the play-by-play announcer role with a familiar voice.

By Sam Neumann OnAug 8, 2024 2
Jared Carrabis on MLB Network.

Jared Carrabis hosting NESN alternate Red Sox broadcasts

NESN is adding an alternate broadcast to its lineup of Red Sox games.

By Joe Lucia OnJun 20, 2024 1
Jonathan Papelbon on NESN's 310 To Left with Tom Caron and Alex Speier.

Jonathan Papelbon reignites ESPN feud, this time with Chris Russo: ‘Have a backbone’

"Mad Dog pissed me off too. I got nothing for him anymore."

By Sam Neumann OnJun 4, 2024 1
Bruins broadcaster Jack Edwards blasts referee

Bruins broadcaster Jack Edwards lashes out at ‘coward’ referee

"COWARD!"

By Brandon Contes OnMay 1, 2024 7
NESN announcer Jack Edwards.

Boston Bruins broadcaster Jack Edwards will retire at end of season

"I retire from broadcasting not with a heavy heart, but gratefulness for a 19-year-long joyride."

By Sean Keeley OnApr 16, 2024 1
Aug 22, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Seattle Mariners third baseman Josh Rojas (4) holds a trident and is doused with seeds in the dugout after he hits a two run home run against the Chicago White Sox during the fourth inning at Guaranteed Rate Field.

Dave O’Brien takes not-so-subtle dig at Mariners’ home run celebration

A NESN broadcast discussion about home run celebrations turned into a playful jab at the Seattle Mariners' trident celebration.

By Sam Neumann OnApr 15, 2024 0

Hilarious video of Red Sox broadcasters discussing lunar eclipse unearthed

This is a real gem.

By Robert O'Neill OnApr 10, 2024 2

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