Bill Mazeroski's Walk-Off Home Run

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Bill Mazeroski's walk-off home run is a legendary moment in baseball history. It occurred on October 13, 1960, during Game 7 of the World Series between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the New York Yankees at Forbes Field. With the score tied 9-9, Mazeroski led off the bottom of the ninth inning and hit a solo home run off pitcher Ralph Terry, securing a 10-9 victory for the Pirates. This historic event marked the first time a World Series ended on a walk-off home run and remains the only instance in Game 7. Mazeroski's home run capped a thrilling game and series, as the Pirates overcame the heavily favored Yankees. The moment was celebrated by a crowd of 36,683 at Forbes Field, with fans rushing onto the field. Mazeroski's achievement not only won the championship for the Pirates but also cemented his place in baseball lore. The section of the left-field wall where the home run cleared has been preserved and is now part of PNC Park's history, commemorating the iconic moment.