New England Sports Network has hired Alanna Rizzo as a general sports reporter and analyst.

She’ll work as co-host of the network’s alternate broadcast, Unobstructed Views, presented by Blue Moon, occasional host and sideline reporter for NESN’s Red Sox coverage, and other general reporting.

Rizzo, who will make her NESN debut in May, has more than 20 years of experience as a baseball journalist. Currently a contributor to Foul Territory, Rizzo has also provided national baseball commentary for Blue Jays Central on SportsNet and served as host for TBS alternative baseball programming in 2023 and 2024. From 2021 through 2024, she was a regular contributor alongside Christopher Russo on MLB Network’s High Heat, where she interviewed players, coaches and industry insiders while breaking down league-wide storylines. 

Before that, Rizzo spent seven seasons as an in-game reporter and host for SportsNet Los Angeles covering the Los Angeles Dodgers.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Alanna to the NESN team,” said NESN COO Matt Volk. “Her impressive track record as a sports journalist and reporter, combined with deep knowledge of baseball and energetic storytelling, will continue to elevate our coverage across platforms and enhance our baseball coverage on the network.”

“I’m beyond excited to bring my passion, energy, and storytelling to such a historic and respected network,” said Rizzo. “NESN has an incredible legacy, and I can’t wait to be a part of sharing Red Sox baseball with some of the most passionate fans in the world.”

Rizzo’s baseball broadcasting career began with ROOT Sports Rocky Mountain, where she served as a host and in-game reporter for the Colorado Rockies from 2007 to 2011. Rizzo joined MLB Network in 2012, appearing on shows like Intentional Talk and Quick Pitch, and covering the 2012 and 2013 MLB All-Star Games.