All articles tagged with #farewell message
Haason Reddick, who was born near Philadelphia, bid farewell to the city and the Eagles after being traded to the New York Jets, expressing gratitude to the fans, teammates, and organization. The Jets traded a 2026 draft pick for Reddick, showing their commitment to him as they aim for a successful season, potentially with Aaron Rodgers.
Caitlin Clark, the All-American point guard for the Iowa Hawkeyes, bid an emotional farewell to Carver-Hawkeye Arena after her final home game, scoring 32 points. She shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, expressing gratitude for the memories and support. Clark, who declared for the 2024 WNBA Draft, is focused on leading the Hawkeyes to a Final Four berth and vying for her first NCAA championship before beginning her pro career.
Chiefs linebacker Willie Gay is not expecting to return to Kansas City as he heads into free agency, sharing a farewell message after what may have been his final game at Arrowhead Stadium. He expressed gratitude to Chiefs Kingdom and hinted at the end of his tenure with the team, while the Chiefs face decisions on other players heading into free agency and the 2024 season with a young defense.
Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick sent a farewell voicemail to employees, showcasing his notorious management style of berating and threatening staff. Known for his profit-driven approach and studio closures, Kotick's departure leaves a lasting impact on the gaming industry. Employees expressed mixed feelings about the message, with some finding it a fitting end to his tenure, while others highlighted the toxic work environment he fostered.
Mason Mount has sent a farewell message to Chelsea fans ahead of his £55 million transfer to Manchester United. The 24-year-old midfielder expressed his gratitude for the support he received during his 18 years at Chelsea, including winning the Champions League. Mount had a year left on his contract, but negotiations cooled, and Chelsea respected his desire to leave. He is a product of the Chelsea academy and has made 195 appearances for the club, scoring 33 goals.
Marcus Smart, who was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies from the Boston Celtics, sent a heartfelt goodbye message to the team and its fans. Smart thanked the fans for their support and said Boston is still "a very special place for me." He expressed pride in the team's accomplishments over the last nine seasons, despite not winning the 18th championship. Smart is looking forward to joining the Grizzlies and proving himself early in the season, especially with star Ja Morant out for the first 25 games.