As the Boston Red Sox slugged their way to one of the best offensive seasons in recent memory with a team wOBA of .346 and a ridiculous 878 runs scored, it was their poor pitching staff which unfortunately ended their season a little too early for Sox fans, as they were swept out of the playoffs by the Cleveland Indians.
Not only did this end the chance at a fourth World Series title over the last 14 years for Boston, but it also meant the end to a career from one of the best hitters and most lovable figures we have seen in recent history.