It is stuff that players dream about when they are young fans. Game 7 of the American League Championship Series at Yankees Stadium, wearing the pinstripes. One swing of the bat that can be historic. That’s what Aaron Boone faced on a cold October night in 2003.
On a roster filled with stars, sometimes it’s the unlikeliest of heroes that shine in October baseball. That was Boone, who entered the game as a pinch-runner for Ruben Sierra, who drew a pinch-hit walk in the eighth inning. Tied 5-5 with the Red Sox in the bottom of the 11th inning, Boone took advantage of his one opportunity in the batter’s box.