Commissioner's statement regarding Johnny Pesky

Baseball Commissioner Allan H. (Bud) Selig issued the following statement today regarding the passing of Boston Red Sox legend Johnny Pesky at the age of 92:

“The national pastime has lost one of its greatest ambassadors today.  Johnny Pesky, who led a great American life, was an embodiment of loyalty and goodwill for the Boston Red Sox and all of Major League Baseball.  A part of the Greatest Generation and forever one of ‘The Teammates,’ Johnny was a wonderful player who excelled alongside his dear friends Ted Williams, Bobby Doerr and Dom DiMaggio.  Just as importantly, Johnny touched the hearts of hundreds of Red Sox players and its legion of fans around the world. 

“I am deeply saddened by the loss of this special man, whose number six will be a part of Fenway Park forever.  I extend my deepest condolences to Johnny’s family, his many friends throughout the game and all the fans of the Boston Red Sox.”