We can recall turning the TV on Wimbledon a few years back during a rain delay.  The fans were bored in their seats waiting for tennis to resume, and they started one of the cooler waves we have seen at a sporting event.  It went on for quite a while, not losing steam - and it entertained the crowd while they waited for the matches to restart.

Last night, we saw one of the uncoolest waves we have ever seen.  Here’s the setting: top of the 8th inning at Fenway Park; Red Sox trail the Rays in the standings by 1.5 games; this game is tied 1-1 and the Rays have runners on 2nd and 3rd with 1 out.  In the 8th inning remember.  And what are the fans of Fenway doing?  The Wave!

According to the ultimate source of reliable information (Wikipedia): “Today, the wave is generally seen during a lull in the action on the sports field, as spectators seek to amuse themselves to fend off boredom.” We would whole-heartedly agree with this.  But do you know what certainly does not constitute a lull in the action??? A tie game in the 8th when the home team is fighting for a play-off spot!

Now, a wave performed when the 85-loss Mariners are tied witht he 75-loss Royals - sure.  But not in a playoff race.  Seriously, that had to be one of the lamest moves ever by a Boston crowd.  The only moment in Fenway more lame than that was Jimmy Fallon and Drew Berrymore getting on the field to celebrate the World Series win as part of their “Fever Pitch” movie.

The aura of Fenway just took a big step backwards in our view last night.  Poor form, guys!