Red Sox Scorecard

Synopsis of the Boston Red Sox:

The Boston Red Sox, based in Boston, Massachusetts, are one of the most storied franchises in Major League Baseball (MLB). Established in 1901, the team has won nine World Series championships, with a passionate fan base that spans generations. The team's home games are played at the iconic Fenway Park, which is the oldest ballpark in MLB. The Red Sox have a long-standing rivalry with the New York Yankees, which is considered one of the greatest rivalries in sports history.

Interesting Factoid: The Boston Red Sox were the last team in MLB to integrate racially, bringing in their first African American player, Pumpsie Green, in 1959.

Something Not Well Known: While the team's legendary "Curse of the Bambino" is widely known—referring to the 86-year championship drought following the sale of Babe Ruth to the Yankees in 1919—many fans might not realize that the team had a period of dominance in the early 20th century, winning five championships in a 15-year span (1903, 1912, 1915, 1916, and 1918) before the infamous curse began.

Performance Analysis (April - September 2002): The Red Sox had a rollercoaster start to the 2002 season. They opened with a series of mixed results. They began with a dramatic loss to the Toronto Blue Jays (11-12), followed by a series of wins against the Baltimore Orioles, Kansas City Royals, and New York Yankees, showcasing a strong offense, particularly evident in their 14-3 victory over the Blue Jays on April 16.

However, inconsistencies plagued their performance, with notable high-scoring games (e.g., 22-4 against the Devil Rays on July 23) juxtaposed with disappointing losses, including a string of defeats against the Yankees towards the end of August. By the end of September, the team had shown resilience, ending the season strong with multiple wins against the Baltimore Orioles. Overall, the Red Sox showcased moments of brilliance but struggled with consistency, finishing with a record reflective of their ups and downs throughout the season. Updated: August 19, 2025 at 9:54 AM