The Red Sox have a postseason history unlike any other franchise in the 21st century. That went on full display in last week’s commentary on building their new-school World Series lineup. Boston put moments in the history books in the…
Writer Tim Crowley argues that three Boston Red Sox players deserved postseason MVP honors for their performances in past playoff series. His selections feature David Price for the 2018 World Series, as well as Trot Nixon and Tim Wakefield for their contributions during the 2003 American League Championship Series against the New York Yankees.
Crowley highlights Price's 2-0 record and 1.98 ERA across three appearances in the 2018 World Series, arguing he held a strong case over Steve Pearce. For the 2003 ALCS, Crowley credits Nixon's three home runs and 1.179 OPS alongside Wakefield's two crucial starting wins before the infamous Game 7 walk-off defeat.
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