NESN to honor Red Sox broadcaster Orsillo in final game

Boston Red Sox broadcast network NESN has released a statement regarding their plans to honor longtime announcer Don Orsillo in the final game of the season.

"Yesterday's Don Orsillo tribute by the Red Sox was designed to be an in-ballpark celebration for the fans in attendance," the statement read, referring to the team's tribute to the broadcaster at Fenway Park on Monday - which, to the displeasure of viewers, was not televised.

"NESN already had separate plans underway to recognize Don during our last telecast of the season this Sunday (Oct. 4). We look forward to celebrating Don's career at NESN throughout that game."

The announcement that Orsillo would not be returning for a 16th season was very unpopular among Red Sox fans - who chanted his name at Fenway following the tribute on Monday.