"What a loser": MLB fans slam Gary Sheffield as former Yankee says Red Sox 'got lucky' in 2004 ALCS
In a recent interview on "Foul Territory", former New York Yankees player Gary Sheffield stirred controversy by dismissing the Boston Red Sox’s historic comeback in the 2004 American League Championship Series as mere luck. The Red Sox, down 0-3 in the series, made a remarkable turnaround to win the next four games, clinching victory in Game 7 and securing their spot in the World Series.
Sheffield, known for his outspoken nature, didn’t hold back in expressing his views on the memorable series. According to him, the Yankees dominated the first three games, and their only downfall came when the relievers couldn’t close out a crucial game. Sheffield brushed off claims that external factors, such as comments made by Pedro Martinez, played a role in motivating the Red Sox:
"What a loser way to look at it." - Mocked one fan.
During the interview, Sheffield criticized Kevin Millar’s account of the Boston Red Sox being loose and drinking, asserting that, in reality, they were scared. He ultimately chalked up Boston’s success to luck, emphasizing their advantage in pitching as the deciding factor.
A look back at the 2004 ALCS
The 2004 ALCS is etched in baseball history as one of the most dramatic and improbable comebacks. The Red Sox faced elimination in three consecutive games and overcame a 3-0 deficit to secure a spot in the World Series which they later went on to win. Their triumph against the New York Yankees marked the first time a team had come back from a 3-0 deficit in a best-of-seven series in American sports:
"You can get lucky one game but four straight, sounds like sour grapes to me." - Posted another fan.
Sheffield’s comments, labeling the Red Sox as lucky, have drawn sharp criticism from MLB fans. Many argue that the historic comeback was a result of skill, determination and strategic play rather than mere luck. The 2004 ALCS remains a significant chapter in baseball lore, and opinions on the series may continue to spark debates among passionate fans.