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Then came the aftermath, as the reflection turned to resilience. Season-ending losses can sometimes stoke a fire of determination. The players began to analyze that painful defeat, knowing that they needed to harness it, not discard it. One notable aspect discussed was the rebounding spirit of the team. A year later, the Red Sox found themselves in another ALCS against the Yankees - this time, in a totally different psychological and situational frame. One player spoke of the pivotal shift in mindset necessary to overcome what was once deemed insurmountable — "Tough times don’t last; tough people do."