He started as an usher at Hadlock Field 19 years ago, and now has his own little slice of heaven under the stands in right field.
Portland Sea Dogs
2012: Silver lining? Jackie’s super
Jackie Bradley Jr. uses his one season in Portland to provide a glimpse of his potential.
2011: A challenge, and some answers
Portland finishes at the bottom of its division
but still produces some All-Star performances.
2010: Sending more players to Boston
Five players make it to Boston, reaffirming Portland’s importance to the parent Red Sox.
2009: Playoff streak ends at four
Portland misses another playoff berth but gets a peek at Lars Anderson and Junichi Tazawa.
2008: From big prospects to Big Papi
Trenton again knocks Portland from the playoffs, but a visit from David Ortiz is a major highlight.
2007: A glimpse into the future
Jacoby Ellsbury and Clay Buchholz started in Portland, then helped Boston win another title.
2006: That championship feeling
The Sea Dogs win it all, putting everything together to capture the Eastern League championship.
2005: Seeing stars, and back to the playoffs
Portland returns to the postseason, and also plays host to the midseason All-Star game.
2004: Cheering an end to the drought
It was a so-so season in Portland, but Boston’s World Series title was a cause for celebration.