Sports columnist Thomas Boswell will be retiring at the end of June after 52 years with the Washington Post. Boswell, 73, is known primarily for his coverage of baseball. He appeared several times in the Ken Burns series Baseball, sharing commentary into the history of America’s pastime. He has authored seven books, including “Why Life Imitates the World Series” and “Why Time Begins on Opening Day.” Both of those books are in my personal library. Wrote Boswell in a farewell column of his decision to finally unplug the laptop: I’ve spent my life having a long, rich conversation with friends…
Published May 18, 2021