Sports Illustrated asked its writers to relate the single-most important or enjoyable round of sports play they’ve ever seen. In an age where corruption and cheating are the rule—an age that begin probably around the time we actually had the leisure to play sports—it’s inspiring to read the golden moments that each of these sports writers hold close to remind them of why they love their games in the first place.
Best Game I’ve Ever Seen [SportsIllustrated.CNN.com]
Not that you asked, but I figured I’d chime in with easily the greatest game ever played anywhere… ever. Game 4, 2004 ALCS. David Ortiz hits a two-run walk-off homer in the bottom of the 12th inning, setting up the most amazing string of wins in baseball history. Red Sox 6, Yankees 4.