Baseball, right? America's pastime. Sometimes it's exciting, sometimes... well, let's just say it can be a bit of a snoozefest. But every now and then, something truly magical happens. Something like what went down in October 2004.
I'm talking about the Boston Red Sox and their improbable, almost unbelievable, comeback against the New York Yankees in the American League Championship Series. The story is told in the 30 for 30 documentary, "Four Days In October," and you can watch it for free. Seriously!
Down and Out... Or Were They?
Picture this: You're a Red Sox fan. For 86 years, you've been cursed. The Curse of the Bambino, they call it. You’re down 3-0 in a best-of-seven series to your arch-rivals, the dreaded Yankees. Things are looking bleak.
Most fans were probably reaching for the comfort food and preparing for another winter of "wait 'til next year." Who could blame them? History was not on their side.
But then... something shifted. It was like a switch flipped, or maybe a rogue wave of Boston grit crashing onto the field.
Game 4: The Bloody Sock
Game 4. Arguably the turning point. Dave Roberts’ steal. We still talk about it. It was clutch, plain and simple.
And then there was Curt Schilling. Remember him? Pitching with a gruesome ankle injury, blood visibly staining his sock. It was equal parts inspiring and "ew, gross." But mostly inspiring.
They eked out a win. One game. But it felt like more. It felt like a glimmer of hope.
Momentum Shifts... Dramatically
The Red Sox won Game 5. Then Game 6. Suddenly, it was 3-3. The impossible was starting to feel... possible.
The Yankees, who had been so confident, so dominant, suddenly looked rattled. The pressure was on them. Could they handle it?
"Four Days In October" captures this shift perfectly. You can feel the tension in the air, the rising excitement, and the growing sense of disbelief.
The Finale
Game 7. Winner takes all. The Red Sox completed the comeback. They became the first team in MLB history to overcome a 3-0 series deficit.
It wasn't just a win; it was exorcism of decades of frustration. A triumphant roar echoed through Boston and beyond.
"We're not supposed to win this series. But we believe." - Kevin MillarThis quote perfectly encapsulates the spirit of that team. It's about more than baseball; it's about believing in the impossible, even when everything seems to be against you.
Why Watch?
Even if you're not a baseball fan, "Four Days In October" is a fantastic story. It's about resilience, teamwork, and the power of believing in yourself.
It’s a reminder that even when the odds are stacked against you, anything is possible. Plus, you can laugh at the Yankees' stunned faces. That's always fun.
And the best part? You can watch it for free! Find it online, stream it, and relive one of the greatest comebacks in sports history.
So, grab some popcorn, settle in, and enjoy "Four Days In October." You might just become a Red Sox fan by the end, even if you don't want to.
