Red Sox Are the Team of the Decade

With their second World Series title in four years, both by way of the sweep, the Red Sox have cemented themselves as the marquee franchise of the decade. They have made the playoffs in four of the past five seasons, and have posted five 90+ win seasons out of eight. Known roundly as a loser franchise for much of their existence, the Red Sox are now regarded as nothing but winners in the minds of the young.

It's hard to believe, but for anyone who's a new fan to the game, the Red Sox are the defining team in baseball. There is no pain, no suffering, no choking in the 2000s. The Red Sox have cast all shades of the curse aside, and are building a legacy as the powerhouse team of the decade. They have a good ownership group, smart front office, and a combination of excellent young and veteran talent on the field. In short, they have become a model franchise.

Given their nice core of players that will be back the next few seasons, I envision the Red Sox as a 90+ win, playoff team in each of the next few seasons. Should they return to the playoffs in both 2008 and 2009, the Red Sox will only further cement the honor I've already bestowed upon them. If they can manage another World Series run, I wouldn't know what to think. Dare I say dynasty? Believe it Yankee fans, believe it.

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