Boston Herald Sports Department Hit Hard By Latest Round of Layoffs
The Boston Herald went through another round of layoffs this week, and the sports department lost two very valuable contributors. Sports columnist Tom Keegan and Boston Celtics writer Steve Bulpett both announced they had been laid off by the paper over the last few days.
Really enjoyed writing column for the Boston Herald while it lasted. Such a great sports town, so many great Herald teammates. Laid off Wednesday morning. Would like to stay in the business, so any leads appreciated. Email: tomkeeganboston@outlook.com
— Tom Keegan (@TomKeeganBoston) July 3, 2020
Informed this morning that I am among those in the latest round of layoffs by the @bostonherald... It is impossible here to express just how great an honor it's been to cover the Celtics and NBA and establish that bond with you. I am so deeply grateful you took the time to read.
— Steve Bulpett (@SteveBHoop) July 1, 2020
Losing both reporters is a big loss for the Herald. Bulpett has been covering the Celtics for 35 years, longer than any other reporter on the beat in franchise history. He's widely recognized as one of the best beat guys in basketball. While Keegan's tenure at the Herald only lasted about two years, the award-winning columnist was a central part of the Herald's back page sports coverage.
It will be impossible to replace the pair. Bulpett's connections with the organization are rare and Keegan's talent is hard to find. Both will more than likely land on their feet should they desire, but the Boston sports scene will miss them dearly if they end up elsewhere.