The Westfield Starfires are proud to announce that Hall of Fame baseball writer Peter Gammons will serve as host for the upcoming Starfires Hot Stove event featuring legendary pitcher Roger “The Rocket” Clemens. The event will take place at Westfield State University and promises to be an unforgettable evening of baseball stories, insight, and behind-the-scenes conversation with one of the game’s most dominant pitchers.
Gammons, one of the most respected and influential baseball journalists of all time, brings decades of unparalleled experience covering the sport. A longtime columnist for The Boston Globe and former beat writer for the Boston Red Sox, Gammons became a national voice of baseball through his groundbreaking work with ESPN and later MLB Network. His reporting, relationships throughout the game, and deep knowledge of baseball history have shaped how fans understand the sport. In recognition of his extraordinary contributions to baseball journalism, Gammons was honored with the J.G. Taylor Spink Award and inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown in 2005.
The Hot Stove will feature Roger Clemens reflecting on his storied career, unforgettable moments, and his lasting impact on the Boston Red Sox and their fans. With Gammons hosting the discussion, attendees can expect a dynamic and candid exchange between two figures who have significantly impacted the game.
The event will take place at Parenzo Hall (Dever Auditorium) on the campus of Westfield State University, located at 577 Western Avenue, Westfield, MA. The Hot Stove program begins at 6:00 PM.
A Rocket Hot Stove Ticket is available with limited availability due to auditorium seating capacity, while an exclusive VIP Meet & Greet experience—offering a truly one-of-a-kind opportunity to meet Roger Clemens—is available in extremely limited quantities. This VIP experience includes an autograph and photo with Clemens, along with hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar prior to the Hot Stove program. Tickets are available now at www.westfieldstarfires.com.
