Boston Red Sox

On April 26, 1901, the Boston Americans played their first game in the American League, facing the Baltimore Orioles and experiencing a 10-6 loss. This marked the beginning of the team's journey in the league.

On October 13, 1903, the 'Boston Pilgrims' (later known as the Boston Red Sox) won the first ever World Series, marking a significant milestone in baseball history.

In late 1907, the American baseball team adopted the name Red Sox. This marked a significant moment in the team's history.

Fenway Park, the iconic baseball stadium in Boston, opened on April 20, 1912. It has since become one of the oldest and most beloved ballparks in Major League Baseball.

In 1914, a 19-year-old left-handed pitcher named Babe Ruth made his debut for the Boston Red Sox. Despite a limited number of games, Ruth showed early promise on the pitcher's mound.

The Boston Red Sox won the World Series in 1915.

On December 26, 1918, the owner of the Red Sox, Harry Frazee, sold Babe Ruth, the greatest player of the game, to the New York Yankees. This sale is believed to have been driven by Frazee's need to finance a Broadway play, leading to the infamous 'Curse of the Bambino' on Boston.

Babe Ruth, who had played for the Red Sox, was sold to the rival New York Yankees. This sale marked the beginning of the famous Yankees-Red Sox rivalry.

The sale of Babe Ruth from the Red Sox to the Yankees was officially announced on this date.

Joe Dugan and Elmer Smith were traded to the Yankees, helping them in a tight pennant race against the St. Louis Browns.

On February 25, 1933, the Boston Red Sox underwent a significant change when Tom Yawkey purchased the team. This acquisition marked a new era for the Red Sox and had long-lasting implications for the team's future.

Jimmie Foxx hit 50 home runs in 1938, setting a club record that stood for 68 years. He also set a club-record of 175 runs.

In 1939, Ted Williams started playing for the Red Sox, where he had a remarkable career. He took breaks to serve in World War II and the Korean Conflict, but fans adored him for his exceptional skills, including hitting 521 home runs.

In 1941, Ted Williams achieved a remarkable batting average of .406, securing the title of batting champion for the Boston Red Sox.

The 1954 season saw the Boston Red Sox finishing 4th in the American League with a winning percentage of .448. The team was led by L.Boudreau and had standout performances from players like T.Williams.

In 1959, infielder Pumpsie Green made history by becoming the first African American player for the Red Sox. He debuted at Fenway Park, hitting a triple and scoring a run in his first game.

In 1960, Carl Yastrzemski took over as a prominent heavy hitter for the Red Sox, following in the footsteps of Ted Williams. He was part of a new generation of talented hitters for the team.

On April 12, 1961, Carl Yastrzemski, a left fielder, joined the Red Sox as the replacement for Ted Williams. He went on to have a remarkable career with the team, playing for 23 years, being named an all-star 18 times, winning the Gold Glove seven times, and achieving the American League Triple Crown.

On August 18, 1967, Boston Red Sox player Tony Conigliaro was hit by a pitch in the face by California Angels pitcher Jack Hamilton, resulting in a severe injury that caused him to collapse and miss the rest of the 1967 season and the following 1968 season.

In the 1975 World Series against the Cincinnati Reds, Carlton Fisk hit a memorable walk-off home run in Game 6 at Fenway Park. The dramatic moment occurred in the bottom of the twelfth inning, securing a 7-6 victory for the Red Sox.

In 1977, the Boston Red Sox clinched the AL East division title.

The Red Sox and Yankees had a one-game playoff at Fenway Park to determine the division winner. Bucky Dent's home run over the Green Monster was a key moment in the Yankees' 5-4 victory.

In 1989, the Boston Red Sox won the AL East division with a record of 83 wins and 79 losses.

In June 1990, the rivalry between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox intensified when the Yankees fans started chanting '1918!' to taunt the Red Sox at Yankee Stadium. This led to the firing of Red Sox manager Bucky Dent after the Red Sox swept the Yankees during a four-game series at Fenway Park.

The Boston Red Sox finished 1st in the AL East division in 1995 but lost in the ALDS. They had a strong season with a record of 86-58.

The 1999 Red Sox were able to come back from a 2-0 series deficit against the Indians in the American League Division Series. They won the next three games with strong pitching performances and a historic 23-7 win in Game 4.

In 2002, John Henry and his partners acquired the Boston Red Sox.

Curt Schilling pitched with a bad ankle, with three sutures causing his sock to appear bloody red. Schilling's strong performance, along with Mark Bellhorn's three-run home run and Keith Foulke striking out Tony Clark, led the Red Sox to victory and forced a Game 7.

On October 21, 2004, the Boston Red Sox rallied with a 'Cowboy Up' spirit, showing resilience and determination. This phrase became synonymous with the team's comeback and eventual victory in the World Series.

Dave Roberts' stolen base was a crucial moment in the Red Sox's historic comeback against the Yankees in the 2004 ALCS. It was a key play that helped the Red Sox complete the largest comeback in professional sports history.

On the last day of his contract, Theo Epstein resigned from his position as general manager of the Red Sox, declining a contract extension.

On Thanksgiving evening, the Red Sox officially announced the acquisition of pitcher Josh Beckett, third baseman Mike Lowell, and relief pitcher Guillermo Mota from the Florida Marlins in exchange for minor league prospects.

Clay Buchholz, a minor league call-up for the Red Sox, pitched a no-hitter in his second career start, providing a spark for the team.

On November 14, 2007, the Boston Red Sox won the bid for the rights to negotiate a contract with Japanese pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka. They placed a bid of $51.1 million and signed a 6-year, $52 million contract with him.

In 2007, the Red Sox clinched another World Series victory, adding to their storied franchise history. They secured another championship title with their performance.

In the 5th game of the ALCS, the Red Sox mounted a historic comeback from trailing 7–0 in the 7th inning to win 8–7 against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Boston Red Sox went from last place in the American League East in 2012 to clinching the A.L. East division title on September 20, 2013. This marked the 11th time in major league history that a team went from worst to first in their division the following season.

The Boston Red Sox defeated the St. Louis Cardinals in the 2013 World Series, winning four games to two. This victory marked the first time since the 1991 Minnesota Twins that a team won the World Series a year after finishing in last place.

The Red Sox became World Series champions on November 23, 2014, marking their victory in the baseball championship. This win was significant for the team and their fans.

In 2016, a rebuilt Red Sox team made a comeback to the postseason by winning a division title. Although they lost in the division series, it marked the beginning of their journey back to the playoffs.

The Red Sox defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers in five games to win the 2018 World Series, securing their fourth championship since 2004.