Why Kevin Millar believes David Ortiz is best player in Red Sox history, reveals ‘Big Papi’ wanted trade

David Ortiz was an integral part of the Boston Red Sox’s 2004 World Series championship run, when the Sox broke the “Curse of the Bambino,” and a former teammate believes the retired slugger is the greatest player in franchise history.

Kevin Millar, who partnered with Twisted Tea to unveil its new Sweet Cherry Lime flavor, explained to Fox News Digital in a recent interview just how important Ortiz was to the team. Millar said general manager Theo Epstein, who also deserved credit for how the team was constructed, picked up Ortiz almost on a whim after he was initially non-tendered by the Minnesota Twins after the 2002 season.

Millar also revealed Ortiz wanted to be traded during the 2003 season if he wasn’t going to get more playing…