BOSTON — Sam Kennedy has signed a contract extension and been promoted from president to CEO of the Boston Red Sox and Fenway Sports Management.
Kennedy took over for Larry Lucchino when Lucchino stepped down as Red Sox president in 2015. Dave Dombrowski took over baseball operations in August of 2015, with Kennedy handling the team's business interests, including the marketing of Fenway Park and Fenway Sports Management.
He will continue to report to team owners Tom Werner and John Henry.
"Sam has been a critical part of our front office since 2002, and over the past two years at the helm, has proven himself to be a successful and effective leader of this franchise," said Werner. "John and I are impressed with the direction and values he has set forth for our club, and look forward to having him continue to build on our collective vision to reach younger fans and create a welcoming environment for our entire community in the ballpark and within our front office.
"He is one of the most impressive executives in the industry, and we are fortunate to have him with us long-term. With Sam Kennedy, Dave Dombrowski and our talented leadership team, we believe we have the best front office in all of baseball."
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