Mariners plan Rick Rizzs Farewell Weekend for September 25-27
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 9:20 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Seattle Mariners will host 'Rick Rizzs Farewell Weekend' from September 25 to 27, celebrating broadcaster Rick Rizzs, who is retiring after 41 years with the team. This event coincides with the final series of the regular season against the Los Angeles Angels. Highlights will include a fireworks night, a ceremonial first pitch, and a celebration day featuring special placards and T-shirts for fans. Rizzs will be inducted into the Mariners Hall of Fame during the 2026-2027 season, becoming the second non-uniformed member to receive the honor.
- •Rick Rizzs retires at the end of the 2025-2026 season.
- •The farewell events will include fireworks and a first pitch.
- •Fans can leave messages for Rizzs via the 'Holy Smokes' hotline.
- •Tickets for the events are currently on sale.
- 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Mariners announce ‘Rick Rizzs Farewell Weekend,’ set for Sept. 25 - 27
"41 years after calling his first Mariners game, M’s broadcaster Rick Rizzs is set to retire at the end of the 2025-2026 season.
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