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NESN pulled Graham Platner’s campaign ad that blamed private equity for harming the Red Sox after the network cited unauthorized use of third-party intellectual property; the ad aired during a Red Sox game on NESN as Platner runs in Maine’s 2026 Senate race against Susan Collins, highlighting crossovers between sports media and political advertising.
NESN pulled Graham Platner’s 15‑second Senate campaign ad that attacked Red Sox ownership, citing unauthorized use of third‑party intellectual property and noncompliance with advertising standards; the spot, which used the team’s font and colors and referenced Mookie Betts, aired during a Red Sox game before being removed, highlighting Platner’s critique of Fenway Sports Group’s ownership amid broader concerns about private equity and the team’s performance.
After 19 years as the voice of the Boston Bruins for NESN, Jack Edwards announced his retirement at the end of the 2023-24 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, citing difficulties in forming words and keeping up with the game's speed. He expressed gratitude for the support of the Bruins tribe and praised his longtime partner, Andy Brickley. Edwards was honored with a gold stick ahead of a game against the Ottawa Senators.
Longtime Boston Bruins play-by-play announcer Jack Edwards has announced his retirement after 19 seasons with NESN, citing struggles with speech that have affected his ability to meet his own high standards. Edwards, known for his passionate and colorful commentary, has been a fixture in the NHL broadcasting world. Alex Faust is a potential candidate to replace him alongside analyst Andy Brickley.
Longtime Boston Bruins announcer Jack Edwards has announced his retirement at the end of the season after 19 years with NESN. Known for his polarizing style and heavily pro-home team calls, Edwards cited an undiagnosed ailment affecting his speech as a reason for stepping down. The Bruins and NESN plan to honor him before the regular-season finale and during the 2024-25 season, while a national search is underway for his replacement.
Jack Edwards, the voice of the Boston Bruins for 19 years, has announced his retirement at the conclusion of the 2023-24 season on NESN. A New England native and University of New Hampshire graduate, Edwards described his time with NESN and the Bruins as his "dream job." His unique phrases and iconic style have set him apart in sports broadcasting. The Boston Bruins and NESN will conduct a nationwide search for his replacement for the 2024-25 season.
Alex Verdugo hit a walk-off hit to seal a dramatic win for the Boston Red Sox against the Minnesota Twins. In an interview after the game, Verdugo accidentally let an expletive slip while expressing his relief that the ball stayed fair. He credited the win to the team's perseverance and clutch at-bats. The Red Sox will face the Twins again on Wednesday.
NESN will air the Boston Red Sox vs. Tampa Bay Rays game on NESN+ and the Boston Bruins vs. Washington Capitals game on NESN. Both games can also be watched using NESN 360. Real-time updates on the NESN and NESN+ programming schedule can be found on their social media accounts.
The Red Sox will face off against the Orioles on Opening Day with Corey Kluber starting on the mound. NESN will provide pregame and postgame coverage, and the Red Sox are favored to win. The team has a new clubhouse and bag policy in place for fans attending the game. Bags must be single-compartment and no larger than 12"x12"x6", with clear bags encouraged for faster entry.