Stills: Houston Astros Defeat Boston Red Sox In 2021 American League Championship Series.
The Houston Astros won game 6 of the American League Championship Series, clinching a trip to the World Series and ending the 2021 season for the Boston Red Sox. Above are the images of both celebration and defeat from the game in Houston.
Although it was tough to see this magical postseason run come up just short of a chance in the World Series, this was a fantastic season and a wonderful team to cover. Few picked the Red Sox as a championship caliber team at the beginning of the year, but with the ready and steady presence of manager Alex Cora at the helm and great production and personality from the team members, they were able to accomplish big results under less than probable odds.
For me, that wraps up my tenth season with the Boston Red Sox and twelfth in Major League Baseball. Hard to believe that marks a full decade of covering this franchise and historic ballpark. It’s a privilege to be able to call that work, and I feel lucky to do it every day. It’s been a jam-packed 10 years, with many trips like this to the postseason, two World Series championships, the 100th anniversary of Fenway Park, the retirement of David Ortiz, and lots of down moments in between too.
The past two years have been a challenge unlike any other. The global pandemic completely shifted the way we do everything, and each day and week as it relates to operations and routine have been unpredictable, tumultuous, and unsettling. We’ve endured layoffs, restrictions on access, protocols and testing, moving office locations, and more. It’s hasn’t been easy, but still, I am proud of myself and our team for finding a way, figuring it out, and grinding through it. I am hopeful and optimistic that the end of this season closes a two-year chapter of difficulty, and we start fresh and stronger than before in 2022.
I won’t use these challenges as a direct excuse, but art-wise, it wasn’t my strongest year. There is some work I’m proud of, but I expect a bounce back next year with a renewed focus and updated approach to how we cover and market this team. Thank you for following along all season! I hope you enjoyed the journey as much as I did.
I am looking forward to a great offseason and some downtime from baseball to catch up on other client work and spend time with family and friends. As always, more to come soon.
Boston Red Sox Photos: 2021 American League Championship Series Game Three Vs. Houston Astros.
We roll back to Fenway for games 3,4, and 5 of the ALCS. I got a chance to take the drone up early morning to catch a nice sunrise. Before the game, former Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon threw out the ceremonial first pitch. Red Sox got the W on a great night offensively.
Boston Red Sox Photos: 2021 American League Championship Series Game Two Vs. Houston Astros.
Game two is in the books, a dub for us. It was nice to be able to shoot some more features and quiet moments before the game. Typically, the first games of each playoff series is too busy to get this type of imagery, as you are preoccupied getting spots setup and getting a lay of the land. That sets you up for game 2 though, which then feels routine, and routine leads to better art.
Boston Red Sox Photos: 2018 American League Championship Series Game Five Vs. Houston Astros.
We’re back in the World Series! The Red Sox won again in Houston in game five, taking all three games in Houston to win the American League Championship Series 4 games to 1 and advance to a spot in the 2018 World Series. This is huge.
I had a great time shooting the game and the celebration after. Clinch games like these are always long, grueling, and not as easy as it looks from the outside. It takes hours of preparation, logistical planning, working with others to make sure you’re in a position to get what you need. Once the win happens, it’s nonstop shooting for hours, and then straight to packing all the gear and clothes to get on a plane and fly over night. I’m feeling exhausted, but looking back at these photos, I’m also feeling lucky to be in the position I am.
Now we need four more wins to complete this dream season.
Boston Red Sox Photos: 2018 American League Championship Series Game Four Vs. Houston Astros.
Wow is all I can say! What an incredible game. I’m not sure if it’s the baseball itself or just the grind of the post season, but each game seems to get more exhausting. I’m glad we came out on the right end of this one. There were some great moments which translated to great photos, all the way down to the final out.
Game five tonight, on fumes!
Boston Red Sox Photos: 2018 American League Championship Series Game Three Vs. Houston Astros.
Game three was fun! Got to love a late innings grand slam by Jackie Bradley Jr. to seal the deal on a win to take the series lead. We roll into game four tonight at Minute Maid Park.
Boston Red Sox Photos: 2018 American League Championship Series Game Three Vs. Houston Astros.
Game three was fun! Got to love a late innings grand slam by Jackie Bradley Jr. to seal the deal on a win to take the series lead. We roll into game four tonight at Minute Maid Park.
Boston Red Sox Photos: American League Championship Workouts In Houston.
We have arrived in Houston! Here’s a few quick grabs from team workouts and media availability today. Game 3 of the series is tomorrow and I can’t wait.
Boston Red Sox Photos: American League Championship Workouts In Houston.
We have arrived in Houston! Here’s a few quick grabs from team workouts and media availability today. Game 3 of the series is tomorrow and I can’t wait.
Boston Red Sox Photos: 2018 American League Championship Series Game Two Vs. Houston Astros.
Game two of the ALCS was fun! A great win for the Red Sox to even up the series. We’re in Houston now for games three, four, and five!