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Officer Steve Horgan, Red Sox 'Bullpen Cop', retires after 33 years of service

By Austin Bumpus

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 13: Torii Hunter falls over the bullpen fence after trying to catch a grand slam hit by David Ortiz as Boston Police Officer Steve Horgan celebrates in the eighth inning. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

By Austin Bumpus

Boston Police Officer Steve Horgan, better known to many as "Bullpen Cop," retired Saturday after 33 years of service.

Horgan is known by many Red Sox fans for his memorable celebration in the team's bullpen during David Ortiz's grand slam in the 2013 American League Championship Series.

He was congratulated by Captain Steve Sweeney after he hung his plaque on the District 4 Hall of Fame Wall Saturday afternoon, signaling the end of his long, successful career.

"Long Happy Healthy Retirement Stevie!" Boston Police Relief Association said.

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