77-year-old Joe Castiglione, longest-serving Boston Red Sox radio broadcaster, announces retirement after 2024 season; will transition to honorary ambassador role.

Joe Castiglione, the Boston Red Sox's radio broadcaster for 42 years, has announced his retirement effective after the 2024 season. At 77, he holds the record as the longest-serving play-by-play announcer in franchise history, having called over 6,500 games, including four World Series victories. Castiglione will transition to an honorary ambassador role, with the Red Sox planning a tribute to his career on September 29. He cited family time as a key reason for his departure.

September 15, 2024
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