He started as an intern at the Boston Globe in 1968 and retired from full - time work there in 2012 after 44 years as a beat writer and columnist .
Bob Ryan is one of the best known and most respected sports writers in the country .
Bob Ryan started as an intern at the Boston Globe in 1968 and retired from full - time work there in 2012 after 44 years as a beat writer and columnist .
Bob Ryan is one of the best known and most respected sports writers in the country .