Buck Martinez Announces Retirement from Commentating

Toronto Blue Jays announcer Buck Martinez has announced his retirement after over 40 years in broadcasting, where he called more than 4,000 games. The 77-year-old, who began his career with the Blue Jays as a player in 1981, transitioned to broadcasting in 1982 and joined Sportsnet in 2010. Additionally, he managed the Blue Jays from 2001 to part of 2002 and took a leave for cancer treatment in 2022. His recent statement indicated it was time to pass the torch after discussions with his wife, Arlene.