Remembering Big Papi’s Epic 2004 Postseason
By Tab Bamford
Only one player in history has three walk-off postseason RBI in his career: David Ortiz.
And Big Papi’s three game-winning moments came during a 10-day window in 2004 – a postseason that changed history in Boston.
On Oct. 17, 2004, Ortiz stepped into the batter’s box to face Yankees reliever Paul Quantrill. Manny Ramirez was on base. It was the bottom of the 12th inning.
Boom.
Big Papi launched an emphatic two-run home run to win the game. This was the second of Ortiz’s three walk-off RBI during the magical 2004 playoffs.
We were in Boston when Big Papi’s jersey was retired by the Red Sox. Watch this video to hear his fans speak about how much they love him.