’04 Was Lofton’s Fault?
Posted by Steve L. on February 12th, 2008 · Comments (3)
Via Jerry Beach of Scout.com, on Kenny Lofton:
Plus, who wants the most hexed player of this generation on their team come playoff time? Look at his track record: He played for the 2002 Giants (blew a 3-2 lead in the World Series), 2003 Cubs (blew a 3-1 lead in the NLCS), 2004 Yankees (blew a 3-0 lead in the ALCS) and the 2007 Indians (blew a 3-1 lead in the ALCS). The first team to blow a 4-0 lead in a best-of-seven series will have Lofton, you can take that to the bank.
Yeah, I know, there’s no such thing as a lucky penny. But, maybe there is such a thing as an unlucky Kenny?
I don’t know if I’d blame Lofton himself, but I certainly blame Joe Torre for his inability to understand the weapon he had in Kenny Lofton on the bench, especially during game 5 when Varitek was attempting and failing to catch Tim Wakefield’s knuckler.
’04? Lemme see…’04…..nope. Don’t have any idea what you’re talking about!
Anyone who has a brain and watched Lofton perform in the playoffs can see the talent he brings to
any contentder. He loves the October stage and it’s when he is at his best. The guy is a highlight reel. The Cleveland fans worship him. In case Jerry Beach didn’t notice 13 is the unlucky number. In my book lucky number 7 has always lived up to its name!!!