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Post by Saitama on May 24, 2013 18:30:52 GMT -5
Red Sox Celebrate Round of Retired Numbers The 1975 Red Sox were filled with greats, and some of them are honored today. #6 Rico Petrocelli - SS
1963-1976 Rico was a one of a kind talent, and was the man that changed the definition of what shortstops could do on the field and behind the plate. The first shortstop in the history of the sport to hit 40 home runs in a single season, he was the first of generations of power hitting shortstops that followed. Part of the 1967 Impossible Dream team, and part of the 1975 AL Champions as well, his place among the friendly confines of Fenway is forever immortalized. #10 Lefty Grove - SP
1934-1941 [/b][/size] With 5 all star appearances, and 4 ERA titles in his 8 years in Boston, one would expect Lefty to have played his prime here if he didn't look at any more numbers. Unbelievably, Lefty was already 34 when he stepped on the mound in Fenway wearing a home uniform for the first time. He then proceeded to have the most dominant late-30's to early 40's a pitcher has ever had. #27 Carlton Fisk - C
1969-1980 7 time all star and 9 year captain of the Red Sox. Carlton Fisk was the arch-rival of both Johnny Bench and the sadly passed Thurman Munson. Bench/Fisk is considered the greatest catcher duel of all time during the 1975 World Series. 1972 Rookie of the Year doesn't hurt either. Fisk and Bench taught baseball that catchers could still call good games while being productive at the plate and behind it. Fisk is the greatest catcher in Red Sox history, and thus his number will be honored in Fenway forever. #3 Jimmie Foxx - 1B
1936-1942 In his 7 years in Boston, he hit 225 Home Runs of his 534 career longballs. He hit .313 in those years, and played stellar defense. He spent a lot of time teaching the greatest of all time some veteran tricks in his final few years in Boston, and the Spledid Splinter did well to remember his teachings. While being one of the few greats to never get a chance to play in a World Series for the Red Sox, he's probably the best of that number. Foxx is, like Fisk, the best to play his position for the Red Sox, and his number remains immortal because of it. #26 Wade Boggs - 3B
1982-1992 Every good story needs a Judas, and the prodigal son returns today. Wade Boggs is a player that spent his years in Boston carving history. His 7 year 200 hit streak from 1983-1989 is the MLB record for such a great accomplishment. One of the greatest pure hitters of all time, Boggs encompassed the philosophy of getting the ball on the field, and not caring about where it landed as long as it wasn't in a glove. This philosophy led him to a career 2764 hits, while holding a .330 batting average. When Boston media thrashed him for a lack of power at the hotcorner, he responded with the claim that he could hit for power whenever he wanted, but getting hits more consistently at the sacrifice of swinging for the fences is just as important a role. He then retorted that he'd easily break his own HR record in 1987 to prove it. He then hit .363 while hitting triple his previous home run record. Here's to true gamesmanship and grit. Congratulations Wade! #14 Jim Rice - LF
1974-1989 382 Home Runs; 2452 Hits; 1978 AL MVP; Just a few accolades by our final inductee. Jim Rice was a top 5 MVP finisher 7 times in his career, and was one of the most feared power hitters of the 70's and 80's. Coming up as the other half of the Gold Dust Twins with Fred Lynn, he was a force in the strangely shaped outfield of Boston for a long time. Second in the 1975 ROTY voting to his twin, he also came third in MVP voting that year, losing to the same man. Jim Rice once even jumped into the stands to carry a child hit by his own foul pitch to the team ambulance to give him the most immediate care. Professional on the field and off, the man was a model of modesty. Boston made the World Series that year largely in part to both of those men, but only one of those men made the decision to become a rare thing in this day and age, a lifer for the team that brought him in and gave him the opportunity to be successful. One of the most historic franchises should have a lot of numbers locked up! |
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Post by Erbes on May 24, 2013 18:41:36 GMT -5
Dumb.
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Post by Ashes on May 24, 2013 18:42:27 GMT -5
Hahaha
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Post by Captain America on May 24, 2013 18:44:58 GMT -5
Nice read!
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Post by Youth Movement on May 24, 2013 18:45:08 GMT -5
seems like something you should have saved for yourself on your hard drive cause don't no one else give a fuck about this
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Post by Captain America on May 24, 2013 18:45:29 GMT -5
You could write something about all the many Yankees numbers you'd want retired. |
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Post by Youth Movement on May 24, 2013 18:46:04 GMT -5
You could write something about all the many Yankees numbers you'd want retired. but would anyone care enough to vote? |
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Post by Captain America on May 24, 2013 18:47:34 GMT -5
While on the topic, the Rockies will officially retire Andres Galarraga's #14 on Opening Day!
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Post by Erbes on May 24, 2013 18:47:39 GMT -5
You could write something about all the many Yankees numbers you'd want retired. Wouldn't waste my time because nobody would give a fuck. |
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Post by Youth Movement on May 24, 2013 18:47:52 GMT -5
does this qualify as a bbs article? were any of these players in the league? lmaooo
this is more like a personal diary
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Post by Captain America on May 24, 2013 18:47:53 GMT -5
You could write something about all the many Yankees numbers you'd want retired. but would anyone care enough to vote? Out of kindness, they should... |
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Post by Youth Movement on May 24, 2013 18:48:09 GMT -5
While on the topic, the Rockies will officially retire Andres Galarraga's #14 on Opening Day! while i'm on the topic, no one gives a fuck |
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Post by Youth Movement on May 24, 2013 18:48:39 GMT -5
but would anyone care enough to vote? Out of kindness, they should... this doesn't qualify as a bbs article though |
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Post by Saitama on May 24, 2013 18:48:52 GMT -5
I would care. History of the game is just as important as the present. It's one of the more beautiful parts of the game.
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Post by Captain America on May 24, 2013 18:49:00 GMT -5
You could write something about all the many Yankees numbers you'd want retired. Wouldn't waste my time because nobody would give a fuck. I would. I find retired numbers and team Hall of Fames to be quite fascinating. In fact, in the Hall of Fame section, do you think you could make some new threads for each team's retired numbers and team Hall of Fames? It would be greatly appreciated! |
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Post by Youth Movement on May 24, 2013 18:49:37 GMT -5
yes, i do not come to sim leagues to learn about a league's nonexistent pass. This should be on bleacherreport or something, not here
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Post by Erbes on May 24, 2013 18:50:06 GMT -5
Wouldn't waste my time because nobody would give a fuck. I would. I find retired numbers and team Hall of Fames to be quite fascinating. In fact, in the Hall of Fame section, do you think you could make some new threads for each team's retired numbers and team Hall of Fames? It would be greatly appreciated! No. |
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Post by Captain America on May 24, 2013 18:50:13 GMT -5
While on the topic, the Rockies will officially retire Andres Galarraga's #14 on Opening Day! while i'm on the topic, no one gives a fuck Hey I didn't write a full article on his career. I simply mentioned it and I'm sure some here would recognize his contributions to the Rockies as much as I have. |
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Post by Youth Movement on May 24, 2013 18:50:44 GMT -5
as if his smite's weren't bad enough
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Post by Captain America on May 24, 2013 18:51:02 GMT -5
yes, i do not come to sim leagues to learn about a league's nonexistent pass. This should be on bleacherreport or something, not here Thanks for the shout out  |
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Post by Youth Movement on May 24, 2013 18:51:03 GMT -5
he will get more smites than votes for this irrelevant garbage
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Post by Captain America on May 24, 2013 18:51:43 GMT -5
I would. I find retired numbers and team Hall of Fames to be quite fascinating. In fact, in the Hall of Fame section, do you think you could make some new threads for each team's retired numbers and team Hall of Fames? It would be greatly appreciated! No. Ok then I will just make my own thread in that section. |
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Post by Erbes on May 24, 2013 18:52:18 GMT -5
Even in comparison to other articles, this doesn't deserve a five. People need to start voting with their heads or ratings will get out of hand. This article is irrelevant and short. Deserves nothing more than a 3.
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Post by Youth Movement on May 24, 2013 18:52:57 GMT -5
Ok then I will just make my own thread in that section. don't clutter the forums with your bullshit man |
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Post by Erbes on May 24, 2013 18:54:37 GMT -5
Ok then I will just make my own thread in that section. Can't wait until you lose interest when your team is terrible. |
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