Update: Sheppard denies retiring

Jack Curry updated his article, and, according to Bob Sheppard himself, he never said he's retiring.

Sheppard, when asked to confirm that he was officially retiring, said, “I never said it.”

Sheppard has been slowed by a bronchial infection. When asked what his plans were, he said: “I never said I’m not returning. I never, never said I’m not returning and I say it to you now.”

Interesting news. I'll keep you updated if I hear anything else.