As we learned early Wednesday morning, Senator Edward “Ted” M. Kennedy of Massachusetts passed away at the age of 77 due to brain cancer. Before the Boston Red Sox game against the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday night, the late Senator was honored by the Red Sox.

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And if you missed his ceremonial first pitch back on Opening Day, April 7, 2009, be sure to check that out as well.

My condolences to the entire Kennedy family and their friends on the loss of a truly great man. He’ll be missed.