Plane circles Fenway Park for an hour towing banner imploring Red Sox ownership to sell the team
A small plane circled Fenway Park for over an hour on May 1, 2026, towing a banner calling for Red Sox ownership to sell the team and for Craig Breslow to be fired. The protest occurred during the team's poor season start, as fans have increasingly voiced frustration with management. The banner specifically targeted Breslow and principal owner John Henry amid growing discontent from the fanbase.
- ▪A small plane flew over Fenway Park towing a banner that read 'FIRE CRAIG! SELL THE TEAM!'
- ▪The banner was directed at Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow and principal owner John Henry.
- ▪The Red Sox entered the game with a 12-19 record, last in the AL East.
- ▪Manager Alex Cora was fired by Breslow on April 25 after a road victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
- ▪Fans have recently chanted 'Sell the team!' at Fenway, especially after a home sweep by the New York Yankees.
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