I watched in horror, together with so many Bostonians, because the beloved Bruins surrendered that last-minute aim in regulation Sunday evening (“Bruins are historical past, eradicated within the first spherical,” Web page A1, Might 1). Although I lay no declare to being an avid Bruins fan, a lot much less a hockey aficionado, I can admire the malaise that’s positive to grip Boston within the coming days. But when any metropolis can overcome such adversity, it’s positive to be the city that’s nonetheless haunted by the ghosts of postseasons previous (want I point out the identify Invoice Buckner?).
So, buck up, Boston sports activities followers. In spite of everything, you continue to have a rooting curiosity within the Celtics in addition to the momentary glow of seeing the dastardly New York Yankees sharing final place with the Sox within the standings.