Nomar Retires a Red Sock.

One of my all time favorites, Nomar Garciaparra retired today. He signed a one-day deal with the Red Sox just so he could retire a Red Sock. Nomar played 14 seasons in the majors with Boston, Chicago, LA Dogers, and Oakland. But he will be remembered for his days in Boston. Great fielder, and an even better hitter, Nomar was a 6 time all star and two time AL batting champion. He finishes his career with a .313 batting average and 1747 hits.

Not a hall of famer, but boarderline. He played his best years in Boston, which by default he always has a chance at making it, but I don't believe he deserves it, not with guys like Trammel and Whitaker not in. His numbers are solid, but the whole piece of work is not hall of fame material if you ask me.

But still, Nomar was always one of my favorites. Was it his name? A little bit. But mostly, it was the way he played it. He was a classy guy and the face of the cursed Boston team. They traded him the year they won it all, but they still gave him a World Series ring. That's how much he meant to the Boston organization.

Farewell Nomar, you may have fallen off the face of the earth to end your career, but I will always remember you as one of the best shortstops in the game. Enjoy your new job at ESPN.