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Fans Surprise Rick Rizzs With Touching Retirement Tribute
27 Sep
Summary
- Rick Rizzs is retiring after 41 years with the Mariners.
- Fans sent video messages of gratitude and well wishes.
- The Mariners are celebrating Rizzs's farewell weekend.
Seattle Mariners broadcaster Rick Rizzs is nearing the end of his legendary 41-year career with the team. In a touching pre-retirement surprise, fans from across the country sent Rizzs a six-minute video filled with messages of appreciation. The emotional tribute, which brought Rizzs to tears, highlighted the profound impact his voice has had on listeners' lives over the decades.
Rizzs, who announced in January that the 2026 season would be his last, was deeply moved by the outpouring of love. Fans shared how his broadcasts brought them joy, comfort, and a connection to the Mariners, even when they couldn't attend games. The Mariners are dedicating their current three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels as 'Rick Rizzs Farewell Weekend,' culminating in his final broadcast this Sunday afternoon.
