On his first day of Milwaukee Brewers’ spring training, Brock Holt shared just how difficult it was for him to move on from Boston.
The 31-year-old utility man told reporters Wednesday that he never expected to wear any other uniform than a Red Sox uniform. “I loved it there. I loved playing at Fenway, I love the fans, I love the city,” Holt said. “I was a huge part of the community. So, it was tough. It was tough for me to come to the fact that I wasn’t going back.”
Holt later send out an emotional Instagram post, featuring photos of his Red Sox tenure and time spent supporting the Jimmy Fund.
“Boston. You turned a Texas boy into one of your own,” Holt said. “It has been my absolute honor to play for your team and be a part of your city."
“Baseball is just that. Baseball. It doesn’t last forever. The relationships I’ve built will. I became a husband, a father, and a champion while playing for you. I want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who has been a part of this chapter with us. And thank you for letting me be a part of yours. It was a damn good time!”
Holt spent seven years and won two championships with Boston before signing a 1-year deal with club option with Milwaukee. The Brewers are slated to come to Fenway Park on June 5th this season.
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