Butterbean's Favorite Knockout: Clobbering Louis Monaco and Its Legacy

Eric Esch, popularly known as Butterbean, has made a significant mark in boxing history with his powerful knockouts and distinctive fighting style. Throughout his career, he amassed a record of 77 wins, including 57 victories by knockout, earning a reputation as a dominant force in short-distance bouts, often preferring to fight in four-round matches. Notable among his opponents was Larry Holmes, and recent reports suggest Butterbean is contemplating a return to the ring. Nonetheless, even if he chooses to retire, his legacy includes memorable moments that continue to entertain fans. One such highlight is his favorite knockout, which he vividly recalls. When asked by Boxing King Media about his most memorable stoppage, Esch promptly cited his first-round knockout of Louis Monaco in 1995, early in his professional career. This fight was only Monaco's second professional bout, making the victory particularly notable. Interestingly, Esch admires this fight not just for the technical aspects but for Monaco's subsequent career trajectory. Monaco went on to achieve notable victories, including knocking out Buster Douglas and Kevin McBride, and even landing a questionable knockout on V...