It may have felt like that for Yankees fans, but according to Chris Jaffe’s admittedly random and non-scientific formula involving blowouts, lead changes and run differential, it only ranks as the fourth worst sweep in playoff history. Although:
“When you factor in all the stuff the system doesn’t account for—Jeter’s injury, the booing, A-Rod’s benching—this one probably deserves to be kicked up a bit”
Agreed. There were worse blowouts, obviously, and Chris’ choice of number one is a good one that often goes unnoticed for understandable reasons, but there was a more dispiriting feel to this year’s ALCS than a lot of past playoff sweeps.
Even if you disagree, it’s a fun article which reminds you that not every playoff series is magical.