Red Sox Hall of Famer, former manager Joe Morgan dies at 95

He spent nearly two decades with the organization

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 61 min read

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Red Sox Hall of Famer and former manager Joe Morgan. He was a truly beloved fix Via @RedSox on X

What happened: The club remembered Morgan as a beloved fixture and sent condolences to his family. He entered the Red Sox Hall of Fame in 2006.

Why it matters: Morgan’s tenure became synonymous with “Morgan Magic,” the 1988 surge after his promotion from third-base coach. The turnaround carried Boston to the AL East title.

By the numbers: Boston won Morgan’s first 12 games as manager, 19 of his first 20 and 19 straight at Fenway Park. He managed the club from 1988 through 1991.

What to watch: Boston returns to Fenway Park on Monday, its first home date since Morgan’s death.

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