Baseball is a sport full of traditions and passions, but few rivalries capture the attention of fans like that of the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox.
This confrontation is not only a sports classic, but also a reflection of a history that has marked baseball for more than a century. But where does all this sports hatred come from?
The sale of Babe Ruth
It all began in 1919, when the Red Sox sold Babe Ruth, one of their most promising stars, to the Yankees for $125,000.
It was a betrayal that Red Sox fans never forgot. From that moment on, the Yankees became the villain
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This move, known as “The Curse of the Bambino,” marked the beginning of a championship drought for Boston that lasted 86 years, while the Yankees became the most successful team in MLB.
Rivalry intensifies
The tension between the two teams is not limited to Ruth’s transfer. Over the years, there have been key moments that have fanned the flames of this feud.
In 1978, the Yankees overcame a 14-game deficit to force a tiebreaker against Boston, known as the “Bucky Dent Game,” when Dent hit an unexpected home run that eliminated the Red Sox.
In 2003 and 2004, the American League championship series between the two teams were legendary.
Especially in 2004, when Boston came back from a 3-0 series deficit to win four consecutive games and finally break “The Curse of the Bambino” by winning the World Series.
Rivalry today
Although times have changed, the sports hatred between the Yankees and Red Sox remains intense.
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Every time they face each other, the stadiums are filled with energy and excitement.
For many Hispanics, who make up a significant portion of the fans of both teams, this matchup is a way to connect with U.S. sports culture.
“It’s more than a game. It’s a battle of pride and traditions,” said one fan interviewed by ESPN Deportes.
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