I remember watching that game like it was yesterday. In my opinion, this was the greatest team in the history of baseball. Not because of their record. Not because they went to the WS. But their character, their excitement, the way they showed love to the fans, the fans (despite many of them having no idea what baseball even was-'who is the owner of the Indians? Albert Belle?'-fan), and the fact that anyone at any point of the line up could hurt you at any time. I coach Pony. And it is sad that my kids have no idea who these guys are. I said, I may have only one regret in our season and your lives. And that is the fact that you were never able to experience and see this team. But I make sure to always bring them up when talking about team work, plays, and never giving up.
That lineup was so good that Paul Sorrento, who had 25 home runs that season, was their worst hitter. Alas, they never quite had the starting pitching to get it done. Opposite of the problems the team has today.
Outside of not winning the World Series to the Braves and that ridiculously good pitching that held the Indians to 3.2 runs per game when their season average was 5.8, this was by far the greatest season of baseball I've ever watched in my entire life. I was 13-14 years old in '95. That lineup was incredible. Kenny Lofton (.310 BA / 54 SB), Omar Vizquel (Golden Glove Award at shortstop), Carlos Baerga (.314 BA / Led the team in hits with 175), Albert Belle (.317 BA / 50 HR / 52 2B / 121 R / 173 H), Eddie Murray (.323 BA), Jim Thome (.314 BA / 25 HR), Manny Ramirez (.308 BA / 31 HR), Sandy Alomar Jr. (.300 BA), and Paul Sorrento, with 25 HRs in 104 games that year, was considered our weak spot in the lineup. It was unreal. Our bench had Wayne Kirby, Herbert Perry, and Dave Winfield that all made memorable contributions. Even had Jeromy Burnitz, Brian Giles and Billy "F***face" Ripken, which I didn't learn until just now actually.
The greatest Indians team in my life. And the most exciting in the history of baseball! Not sure who these Guardians are, but I support my INDIANS, and ONLY my Indians.
People forget that this was the year after the strike. Winning 100 games in a full (almost full) season is impressive. Had the strike been settled sooner and if they had been able to play 162 as opposed to 144, they may have broken a record.
Attendedd enough games at the jake to know and say that the place was magical at the time and I hope this season that magic returns omg what wonderful memories
The best thing about this it didn’t even matter that we lost the World Series. Nobody expected us to even be anywhere near there. This was just a magical season and I’ll always cherish this.
@@BeegYoshi24 Right video. If s***bag ownership shares their s***bag mob rule opinion to gain some perceived favorability, they ought get it thrown in their coward faces
Steady Eddie, Joey's 50-50 season, and Thome's early days...did not see Tony Pena's curfew blast included, though..😊❤
That "wow" from Eckersley is priceless.
He knew it was going on the highlight reel, and milked it..😅😊❤
Yeah I agree I was watching the fame on t v and hedwas right wow ¡!!!!
I remember watching that game like it was yesterday. In my opinion, this was the greatest team in the history of baseball. Not because of their record. Not because they went to the WS. But their character, their excitement, the way they showed love to the fans, the fans (despite many of them having no idea what baseball even was-'who is the owner of the Indians? Albert Belle?'-fan), and the fact that anyone at any point of the line up could hurt you at any time. I coach Pony. And it is sad that my kids have no idea who these guys are. I said, I may have only one regret in our season and your lives. And that is the fact that you were never able to experience and see this team. But I make sure to always bring them up when talking about team work, plays, and never giving up.
"He stood on the mound in disbelief!" -Tom Hamilton
these were the good ole days. when not only was the stadium full every game but the team was so good
Good ole days when.. the Tribe was alright, they were good but not on the same level as the Yankees, Gods Team..
They’re good now!
@@joshuarobert6245 and so are the Yankees 😎😎😎
@@williamljonesjr6695 great observing!
how in the world did this team not win the world series they were the best team for sure its so true the best team dosent always win
Albert Belle was absolutely amazing during his years in CLE. Still my favorite Indians player of all time !!!
That lineup was so good that Paul Sorrento, who had 25 home runs that season, was their worst hitter. Alas, they never quite had the starting pitching to get it done. Opposite of the problems the team has today.
Tony pena
These were the days!!!!
One of the best batting lineups ever. If they had faced any other team that October, they would have taken it all.
The greatest offensive team ever. There will never be a team like that.
They should have won like 3-4 World Series.
If Albert Belle hadn't been a cancer to the locker room, the team may have won a few championships.
@@drewzuhosky6826nostalgic
I watched every game that year
Outside of not winning the World Series to the Braves and that ridiculously good pitching that held the Indians to 3.2 runs per game when their season average was 5.8, this was by far the greatest season of baseball I've ever watched in my entire life. I was 13-14 years old in '95. That lineup was incredible. Kenny Lofton (.310 BA / 54 SB), Omar Vizquel (Golden Glove Award at shortstop), Carlos Baerga (.314 BA / Led the team in hits with 175), Albert Belle (.317 BA / 50 HR / 52 2B / 121 R / 173 H), Eddie Murray (.323 BA), Jim Thome (.314 BA / 25 HR), Manny Ramirez (.308 BA / 31 HR), Sandy Alomar Jr. (.300 BA), and Paul Sorrento, with 25 HRs in 104 games that year, was considered our weak spot in the lineup. It was unreal. Our bench had Wayne Kirby, Herbert Perry, and Dave Winfield that all made memorable contributions. Even had Jeromy Burnitz, Brian Giles and Billy "F***face" Ripken, which I didn't learn until just now actually.
It is unreal how much this happened in a single season no wonder this team is in the history books of Cleveland sports
It's always great to watch a clutch Cleveland win no matter the year. Here's to more walkoff Tribe victories this season!
Bell, Manny and Thome in the same lineup. Wow!!
What a year
One of the greatest and most unbelievable underdog stories of all time it’s a shame we couldn’t finish it
lol, you got that right, thanks to the Braves, Marlins and Gods Team the Yankees…
I want my, THESE INDIANS back. GO TRIBE.
And Manny wasn't being Manny yet
What a great year.
I hated the Braves so much in the 90s
The greatest Indians team in my life. And the most exciting in the history of baseball! Not sure who these Guardians are, but I support my INDIANS, and ONLY my Indians.
People forget that this was the year after the strike. Winning 100 games in a full (almost full) season is impressive. Had the strike been settled sooner and if they had been able to play 162 as opposed to 144, they may have broken a record.
Amen to that
Attendedd enough games at the jake to know and say that the place was magical at the time and I hope this season that magic returns omg what wonderful memories
No
Nope that’s the Yankees Gods Team..
The New York Yankees the Greatest North American Baseball Team Ever…
For the Paul Sorrento HR against the Jays...Jim Thome barely beat out a game ending double play just before that.
And in Game 1 against the Red Sox, it was Tony Pena.
I'm an Indians fan, not a Guardians fan.
Go tribe
The best thing about this it didn’t even matter that we lost the World Series. Nobody expected us to even be anywhere near there. This was just a magical season and I’ll always cherish this.
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So, the Indians believe MOB RULE of the Chauvin trial is JUSTICE? BYE BYE, Cleveland Indians, no more $$$!! BYE BYE!!
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@@ck-1649 their changing their name sur to social justice warriors
Get a life.
Huh? Wtf are you talking about? Wrong video...
@@BeegYoshi24 Right video. If s***bag ownership shares their s***bag mob rule opinion to gain some perceived favorability, they ought get it thrown in their coward faces