Sat Oct 12 03:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Jeter and Ortiz Rekindle Rivalry on Fox Pregame Show
Ahead of the pivotal Game 5 of the NLDS, former New York Yankees captain Derek Jeter and Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz reignited their storied rivalry on the Fox pregame show. The two stars reminisced about the 2003 ALCS, specifically Game 7, where the Yankees ultimately prevailed.
Jeter highlighted the Yankees’ strategic decision to use Mike Mussina as a reliever, emphasizing the need for creative play during the postseason. He then playfully reminded Ortiz of the Yankees’ victory, causing Big Papi to jokingly lament their newfound “friendship.”
Ortiz, in return, countered with his usual reference to the 2004 season when the Red Sox famously defeated the Yankees en route to winning the World Series. The conversation ultimately circled back to the pressure of playoff baseball.
Jeter emphasized the importance of treating each game with the same mindset, regardless of the stakes. He believes that treating a playoff game like any other game eliminates the anxiety and pressure that can hinder performance.
The banter between the two former rivals served as a reminder of the intense history between their respective teams and highlighted the unique pressures of playoff baseball. The two former stars will continue to analyze the game together as part of the Fox broadcast team.
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