Jerry Remy, former Red Sox second baseman and longtime announcer, passed away this morning, at the age of 68.
Remy was diagnosed with cancer in 2008 and took several leaves of absence from the broadcast booth over the subsequent years. He also spoke honestly about suffering from depression following his initial diagnosis.
Remy's last appearance at Fenway Park was earlier this month, throwing out the first pitch (to his former teammate and booth partner, Dennis Eckersley) before the Wild Card Game.
Remy spent 43 of his 68 years in the Red Sox organization, first coming to Boston before the 1978 season.