When spring training begins, it’s always a fun time for baseball fans and players alike.
Often times, however, you might see a team legend stopping by spring camp to help assist the current team in their preparations.
The Boston Red Sox got a chance to experience that on Friday, as Hall-of-Famer and three-time World Series champion David Ortiz made a stop at the team’s spring training facility in Fort Meyers, Florida.
On Twitter, the Red Sox posted a few photos of Ortiz chatting with current Red Sox star and super utilityman Enrique Hernandez, taking him under his wing and providing some tips along the way.
Papi’s here! pic.twitter.com/OePh26bNu1
— Red Sox (@RedSox) March 3, 2023
Ortiz, often known as “Big Papi,” accomplished a lot during his storied career.
In addition to his three World Series titles as a member of the Red Sox, he was a 10-time All-Star, a seven-time Silver Slugger, an ALCS MVP, and a World Series MVP.
So naturally, he brings great experience with him to spring camp and is a voice that commands a lot of respect from the current members of the Red Sox.
Ortiz was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2022 after a legendary 20-year career.
He hit for a career .286 batting average, crushed 541 home runs, drove in 1,768 runs, had a WAR of 55.3, and a career OPS of .931.
The slugger could do a little bit of everything.
But even after his retirement, he is well-loved in Boston by fans, players, and executives alike, making him a welcomed presence and mentor at the Red Sox spring camp.
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