The Athletic - Boston Rene Rancourt enjoying retirement in Albany, New York

[Fenway]

Anyone hoping that Rene returns for a crucial playoff game - fugetaboutit

Rene Rancourt, at center stage for more then four decades in...

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[smithformeragent]

There’s something to be said for retiring and sticking to it.

I think it also shows respect for the guy currently doing the gig.

 

[Donnie Shulzhoffer]

Good for him

 

[eightspokedb]

Maybe a duet with Todd....

 

[talkinaway]

I don't think it would have shown any disrespect to Angilly for Rene to come back for one or two games - especially since it's not really a 41 game gig. I would have particularly liked to see him back for the Renémas* game, since that's kind of his "thing", and it was always a hoot to watch. Eggnog is a helluva drug.



I was sad that he didn't come back, but completely understand. Taking care of older family is tough, especially when you're not a spring chicken yourself. Hope he's not having any caregiver burnout, which can happen.

Angilly is fine. I'm not head-over-heels like some folks, but I don't hate the change, either.

*accent copied from the Beyoncé wikipedia page to prevent misreading

 

[DKH]

Rene had a nice run but Todd is the man - his rendition of the Canadian National Anthem iconic

 

[Fenway]

Rene had a nice run but Todd is the man - his rendition of the Canadian National Anthem iconic

 

[Kovi]

Congratulations on your new life!

Loved him for so many years.

 

[whatsbruin]

What about Waving the Flag at a home playoff game ?