“Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz tips his helmet to the crowd from second base after hitting a double during the sixth inning of a game against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The double was Ortiz’ 2,000th hit of his Major League career.”“Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz hits a two run home run, his second home run of the game, during the seventh inning of a game against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz hugs third baseman Will Middlebrooks after hitting a double during the sixth inning of a game against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. The double was Ortiz’ 2,000th hit of his Major League career.”“Boston Red Sox third baseman Will Middlebrooks celebrates after hitting a grand slam home run during the sixth inning of a game against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox third baseman Will Middlebrooks hits a grand slam home run during the sixth inning of a game against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox third baseman Will Middlebrooks flips the bat after hitting a grand slam home run during the sixth inning of a game against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox third baseman Will Middlebrooks throws toward first base after fielding a ground ball during the third inning of a game against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox pitcher Ryan Dempster falls as he throws to first base after fielding a bunt during the fourth inning of a game against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox teammates playfully tug on the beard of first baseman Mike Napoli after scoring a run during the eighth inning of a game against the Detroit Tigers Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”“Boston Red Sox outfielders Mike Carp, Daniel Nava, and Jacoby Ellsbury celebrate in front of the Green Monster scoreboard after the Red Sox defeated the Detroit Tigers 20-4 on 19 hits and a franchise record-tying eight home runs Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.”
Last night turned out to be a historic, action-packed, and downright fun game to shoot. Seemingly out of nowhere, the Red Sox offense exploded, putting up 20 runs on 19 hits, including a franchise record-tying eight home runs.
David Ortiz put up a huge performance of his own, hitting two home runs as well as a double in the sixth inning, which marked the 2,000th hit of his Major League Career.
I’ve shot lots of crazy games in the past, but I can’t remember one where home runs, plays in the field, and player reactions were happening so quickly and consistently. It’s a good exercise in keeping your focus while shooting as several story lines are happening at once.
What a great way to end this home stand. We’ve got one more home stand to go, but hopefully more baseball to come here in Boston as October rolls around!
