The 2004 Red Sox: Breaking the Curse and Winning the World Series

The 2004 World Series was a historic moment for the Boston Red Sox, as they defeated the St. Louis Cardinals to claim their first championship since 1918. This victory not only ended an 86-year title drought but also put an end to the so-called 'Curse of the Bambino,' a myth that had plagued the team since trading Babe Ruth to the Yankees in 1919. The Red Sox made an unforgettable postseason run, highlighted by a dramatic comeback in the American League Championship Series (ALCS), where they overcame a 3-0 deficit against the Yankees. Led by stars like David Ortiz, Manny Ramirez, and Curt Schilling, the Red Sox triumphed 4-0 in the World Series, capturing their first title in nearly nine decades and forever altering the history of the franchise.