Legendary Red Sox slugger David Ortiz has landed in Boston after the team sent a plane for him in the Dominican Republic
Ortiz's return to the United States comes 24 hours after the 43-year-old was shot in the back Sunday night and"the bullet went through his stomach," Felix Durán Mejia, a spokesman for the national police, told CNN. Sam Kennedy, Red Sox president and CEO, said Ortiz's condition is serious, but he was stable enough to be flown. Ortiz will be taken to Massachusetts General Hospital, Kennedy said.Police said Ortiz was shot at a nightclub in his native Santo Domingo.
2013: Big Papi's Red Sox impact 01:39National police have not formally interviewed Ortiz, said spokesman Capt. Luis Manuel Pimentel, adding that the former ballplayer was"pretty beat up." Police will speak to Ortiz soon, he said. Ortiz, also known as Big Papi, was reared in Santo Domingo and made his Major League Baseball debut in 1997.The first baseman and designated hitter played 20 seasons before retiring in 2016.
— Boston Red Sox June 10, 2019 "The events of last night shook our Red Sox family to its core," Kennedy said."David Ortiz is one of the most celebrated and beloved members of the Red Sox family. On behalf of our entire organization -- our thoughts and prayers are with David."Red Sox Manager Alex Cora became emotional Monday as he discussed Ortiz during a press conference. "It's hard to believe, you know.
— Pedro Martinez June 10, 2019 "Papi defines Boston Strong... get well soon my friend!!!" said New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady. Papi defines Boston Strong... get well soon my friend!!! pic.twitter.com/QFFJ4nvQnU
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