A simple mistake, a problem with word-retrieval, or a phony douchebag? You decide.
BOSTON — Boston Mayor Thomas Menino might need to brush up on his city’s sports history before he publicly saluting any more of its “ionic” moments.
The mayor made a double-barreled gaffe Monday at a ceremony to unveil a statue of Boston Bruins legend Bobby Orr.
It depicts the Hall of Fame defenseman soaring through the air after being tripped as he scored the winning goal of the 1970 Stanley Cup finals.
Menino said: “In Boston, we have an amazing set of remarkable athletes whose actions in the moment have become ionic in sports” He mentioned a few, including: “Varitek splitting the uprights.”
Of course he meant Vinatieri, and it’s really that egregious of a mistake. I don’t think a real, passionate sports fan would make the mistake, but it’s forgivable. At least both names start with a “V.”
Don’t sweat it, Menino. Nothing will top that phony John Kerry’s proclamation that he likes watching “Manny Ortez” at Red Sox games.
