West Fens in Boston in Suffolk County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
Carl Yastrzemski
"Yaz"
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Photographed by Marc Posner, August 15, 2024
1. Carl Yastrzemski Marker
During a memorable weekend to conclude the 1983 regular season, Carl Yastrzemski capped his Hall of Fame career before a pair of sold-out Fenway Park crowds. First, on Saturday, October 1, Yaz was recognized in an emotional pregame ceremony that concluded with the slugger's triumphant jog around the field as he touched hands with adoring fans. The next day, the legendary left-fielder played his final game, his 3,308th - all with the Red Sox and at the time, the most ever played in the history of the American League.
Yaz retired having played 23 years, amassing 452 home runs; 3,419 hits; 1,816 runs scored; 1,844 runs batted in; 646 doubles; a .379 career on-base percentage; seven Rawlings Gold Gloves; 18 All-Star Game selections; and one unforgettable Triple Crown season leading the "Impossible Dream team to the American League pennant in 1967.
For reasons beyond these numbers, however, Yaz became an everlasting icon. He was instrumental in saving the franchise in 1967, following a decade-and-a-half malaise for the franchise amid increasing apathy and thousands of empty seats. Spirit was renewed in that "Summer of
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The pose captured here depicts Yaz's acknowledgment of the Fenway Park crowd during his final at-bat, a moment of mutual gratitude and affection. With his loyalty, commitment, and blue-collar style, winning was his only goal. May future generations learn the story and tell the story, of this hero, the man we call "Yaz."
Dedicated on this 22nd day of September, 2013
Mayor of Boston and Red Sox officials
Sculptor: Antonio Tobias Mendez
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports. A significant historical month for this entry is September 2013.
Location. 42° 20.765′ N, 71° 5.756′ W. Marker is in Boston, Massachusetts, in Suffolk County. It is in West Fens. It is at the intersection of Van Ness Street and Ipswich Street, on the left when traveling east on Van Ness Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Boston MA 02215, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Massachusetts’ Historic Boston. It is also in the American Northeast and in New England. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, June 17, 2021
2. Carl Yastrzemski Marker
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Fenway Park (a few steps from this marker); Ted Williams (a few steps from this marker); Van Ness Street Player Banners (a few steps from this marker); Teammates (a few steps from this marker); Bleacher Bar (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); New Fenway Park (about 800 feet away); John Boyle O'Reilly (approx. Ό mile away); Fenway Studios (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Boston.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, June 17, 2021
3. Carl Yastrzemski Statue and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 28, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 11, 2021, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 588 times since then and 36 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on October 14, 2024, by Marc Posner of Somerville, Massachusetts. 2, 3. submitted on July 11, 2021, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
