The Return Of Bill Buckner

Author: some guy

8 Apr

Former Red Sox first basemen Bill Buckner threw out the first pitch today at Fenway’s home opener. Buckner is of course remembered for letting Mookie Wilson’s “little roller” shoot through his legs in game 6 of the 1986 World Series. Some things casual fans may not realize though:

1. The game was tied when Buckner made the error
2. The Red Sox had already blown a 2 run lead during that same 10th inning
3. Bill Buckner had a borderline Hall Of Fame career, amassing 2,715 hits

Today he was met with roaring applause, and according to Buckner, all is forgiven. But hey, you gotta love Vin Scully’s call…

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3 Responses for "The Return Of Bill Buckner"

CT April 8th, 2008 at 11:53 am 1
LET IT REST… we’ve all made mistakes. It’s over. Seriously. Let the man live his life.
jacob April 8th, 2008 at 12:39 pm 2
Ha. I know. I’ve got nothing against Bill Buckner. He was a great player. I just never tire of Vin Scully’s call.
CM April 8th, 2008 at 1:38 pm 3
Bill Buckner rules!! With the great career that he had, it’s a shame people remember him for only one play.