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Dave Roberts Reveals Message He Received Before Legendary Stolen Base

Dave Roberts Reveals Message He Received Before Legendary Stolen Base

Summary

Dave Roberts, now the manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, talked about a key stolen base he made in 2004 during a baseball playoff game. Before stealing the base, Roberts received a signal from his then-manager, Terry Francona, which helped set up a big comeback win for the Boston Red Sox.

Key Facts

  • Dave Roberts is the current manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
  • He played in Major League Baseball for 10 years, known for his defense and speed.
  • In 2004, Roberts made a crucial stolen base for the Boston Red Sox against the New York Yankees.
  • Before the stolen base, Red Sox manager Terry Francona gave Roberts a signal with a wink.
  • Francona initially signaled for a bunt, but Roberts convinced him to remove the signal, allowing him to steal the base.
  • Roberts' steal occurred during the American League Championship Series on October 17, 2004.
  • The Red Sox came back to win the series after being down three games, partly thanks to Roberts' actions.
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