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| Jerry Remy |
With his son facing a murder charge, Red Sox TV analyst
Jerry Remy will not return to the broadcast booth this season.
According to masslive.com, statements by Remy and NESN closed
the door on any possible return in 2013. Remy's son, Jared, is charged with the
murder of Jennifer Martel, his girlfriend, on Aug. 15.
The case shocked New England
and has created an outpouring of support for Jerry Remy, as well as questions
of why his son, with a long history of domestic abuse, was allowed to be in a
position to cause harm to Martel.
Jerry Remy's comments have consistently been of support for
the victim and her family.
"I am full of grief for the Martel family,” Remy said.
“My thoughts and prayers continue to go out to them.
"It’s my hope that I can do so in the spring. I thank
NESN and the Red Sox for their support through this nightmare.”
Jerry Remy has been broadcasting Red Sox games since 1987,
in the process becoming an iconic New England
figure with a popularity that has transcended his work. He has served as
president of Red Sox Nation and established a restaurant chain in his name, despite
serious health problems that have included periodic bouts with cancer.
Dennis Eckersley has been Remy's primary replacement. He is
expected to continue in that role.
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