The Boston Red Sox played one of the most memorable games in recent memory seven years ago.
Following the Boston Marathon bombings, the Red Sox returned to Fenway Park on April 20, 2013. The game began with a ceremony to honor those who kept the city safe during those trying times, followed by one of the most famous moments in David Ortiz’s illustrious career when he took the mic and delivered a powerful message to Red Sox Nation.
The day would go well for the Red Sox baseball-wise, with Daniel Nava propelling Boston past the Kansas City Royals 4-2 with a monster three-run home run in the bottom of the eighth inning. But the game will always be remembered for much more than just the score.
NESN’s Tom Caron sat down with former Red Sox catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia to recount the faithful day on “At Home With TC” on Monday night.
Check out the full segment above!
