Moment 8: 500.

May 31. Red Sox at Baltimore.

Manny Ramirez is a lot of things. He's self-centered. He's immature. He's generally oblivious. But if you can ignore all of these things, he's a hell of a batter.

Manny left Boston in a huff; there's no doubt that it left a sour taste in some people's mouths. But Manny never did anything quietly. His time in Boston was consistently a bumpy road: trade demands every July, occasional air-headed plays, and less-than-stellar behavior. His presence was also vital to two World Series championships.

His 500th homerun wasn't quiet either. It was a 410 shot to right center. It included a happy Dominican bounce. It was before things got really bad and it's a good memory.