Quote by Julianna Baggott

The truth is that for those 86 long years when the Red Sox went without a World Series win, fans were not only in a recession, but trapped in a longstanding, deeply entrenched sports depression.

The truth is that for those 86 long years when the Red Sox w

Summary

This quote highlights the emotional and psychological impact on fans of the Boston Red Sox during the 86-year period when the team did not win the World Series. It suggests that the fans' experience went beyond mere disappointment; it was a state of deep sadness and despair, akin to a depression. The quote emphasizes the severity of this prolonged period without success and the profound effect it had on the emotional well-being of the fans.

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By Julianna Baggott

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