Tom Larson passed away at the age of 84 as confirmed by his family, Fox News reported Saturday.
The renowned sports broadcaster faced health challenges after being diagnosed with cancer, according to Fox News. His career spanned nearly four decades and he left behind a legacy marked by his devotion to Boston sports. Known for his association with the Boston Bruins and Boston Red Sox, Larson’s journey in sports broadcasting began in Illinois and Lansing, Michigan, before he made a move to Boston in the late 1960s.
His tenure with the Bruins’ television crew started in the 1969-70 season, a period marked by the team’s success with championships in 1970 and 1972. One of the most notable aspects of Larson’s career was his unique pledge concerning the Boston Bruins. In the mid-70s, he vowed not to shave his beard until the Bruins clinched another Stanley Cup.
RiP, legendary…
