1. 2016 NBA Finals – Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Golden State Warriors:
In a dramatic turn of events, Lebron and the Cleveland Cavaliers, faced a 3-1 deficit against the record-breaking Golden State Warriors. Against all odds, the Cavaliers rallied to win games 5, 6, and 7, earning the franchise its first NBA championship. LeBron James's stellar performance and Kyrie Irving's clutch shot in Game 7 were the key moments for the Cavs and a nightmare for the Warriors.
2. 2004 ALCS – Boston Red Sox vs. New York Yankees:
The Boston Red Sox entered the 2004 ALCS against the New York Yankees with the daunting task of overcoming a 3-0 series deficit. Facing elimination, the Red Sox made a historic comeback, winning four consecutive games to clinch the series. This comeback was highlighted by key performances from players like David Ortiz and Curt Schilling, and it marked the first time in MLB history that a team had rallied from a 3-0 series deficit to win.
3. 2010 NHL Playoffs – Philadelphia Flyers vs. Boston Bruins:
Down 3-0 in the series against the Boston Bruins, the Philadelphia Flyers faced elimination in Game 4. However, they staged a remarkable comeback, winning 4 consecutive games to complete one of the most improbable comebacks in NHL history. Simon Gagne and Michael Leighton were the heroes for the Flyers in what will long be considered one of the greatest playoff comebacks in pro sports history. For now…
4. 1985 World Series – Kansas City Royals vs. St. Louis Cardinals:
The Kansas City Royals found themselves trailing 3-1 in the 1985 World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals. Undeterred, the Royals mounted a comeback, winning Games 6 and 7 to claim their first-ever World Series championship. This series is remembered for its intense moments and the heroics of players like George Brett and Bret Saberhagen, who played pivotal roles in the Royals' historic triumph.
5. 1975 Stanley Cup Quarterfinals – New York Islanders vs. Pittsburgh Penguins:
In the 1975 Stanley Cup Quarterfinals, the New York Islanders faced a daunting 3-0 series deficit against the Pittsburgh Penguins. However, the Islanders changed goalies in Game 4 and staged an incredible comeback, winning four consecutive games to advance to the next round. The Islanders pulled off the miracle comeback when Eddie Westphal broke a 0-0 tie in the third period.
6. 1981 NBA Eastern Conference Finals – Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers:
The Boston Celtics trailed the Philadelphia 76ers 3-1 in the 1981 NBA Eastern Conference Finals. Despite the long odds, the Celtics rallied back, winning three straight games to clinch the series and advance to the NBA Finals. This comeback was fueled by the leadership of Larry Bird and the Celtics' strong team play and belief. Kevin McHale remembering back said “We knew all we had to do was win 1 game in Philly.”
The Celtics did just that and held serve at home to complete the epic comeback.
The Edmonton Oilers On The Brink
The Edmonton Oilers are on the brink of an historic comeback. No team has come back from down 3-0 to win a Stanley Cup Final since the Toronto Maple Leaves in 1942. Now the Oilers head back to Florida after trailing 3-0 in the Stanley Cup Final with a chance to make history in this game 7.
An Oilers win will cap off perhaps THE greatest playoff comeback in pro sports history.
