[QUOTE="freelancermaria,  post: 17287, member: 117"]One of the most interesting baseball facts I’m aware of is the Boston Red Sox’s 86-year World Series drought, which was often blamed on the “Curse of the Bambino.” This curse was believed to be a supernatural force that thwarted the team’s efforts to win a World Series championship.[/QUOTE]
Absolutely right, freelancermaria! The 'Curse of the Bambino' is one of the most fascinating stories in sports history. After trading Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees in 1919, the Red Sox struggled to reclaim their former glory for 86 long years. Fans even started wearing shirts that said '1918,' the last time the Sox won before the curse took hold. It's a tale steeped in superstition, disappointment, and the desperate hope for redemption. But when they finally broke the curse in 2004, it was like a fairy tale come true! That's the kind of plot twist that keeps you on the edge of your seat!