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Originally Posted by Cowboy89
Not too many people appreciate what a good ball player Bill Buckner actually was and only can recall highlights of watching a softly hit ball squeaking between his legs. He had 2,715 hits in his career!
It's unfortunate because the lead in game 6 in 1986 had already been blown at the time he made his error (it was tied 5-5). There's a good chance the Sox lose it there even if he makes that play.
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There are a few examples where the historic "goat" for a blown game is given more blame than they should
I would argue that's the case with Steve Smith as well. Yes he scored on his own net - but it was not in overtime or even in the late stages of the 3rd. The Oilers had tons of time to tie it back up - and there were several poor decisions made by their offensive players. One of the best offenses ever - couldn't get a goal when they needed it.
But Smith wears the horns from a historic POV.