Baseball is a staple of American sports fans. They start their day by checking the odds to see which team will win.
Although every game in Major League Baseball can produce some exciting moments, fans always remember certain incidents fondly. Choosing the greatest moments in the history of the sport is not easy. There are so many incredible hits, such as the one that won the World Series, and inspirational underdog stories.
Here are some of the most iconic moments in baseball history.
Pete Rose Hits Number 4192
On September 11, 1985, Pete Rose hit his 4192nd career hit, a record that Ty Cobb had held for over five decades. It was an incredible moment for baseball fans. Everyone who watched the game on TV or in person will remember the scenes.
In addition to the players and coaches of the Cincinnati Reds, who were celebrating the hit by Rose, other coaches and members of the San Diego team also came to congratulate him.
Grover Cleveland Alexander Striking Out Tony Lazzeri
The World Series Game seven between the New York Yankees and the St. Louis Cardinals is one of the most anticipated events in sports. It features a matchup between two of the most prominent players in the game’s history. At the moment, the Cardinals lead the series 3-2. With the bases loaded, the team’s 39-year-old reliever, Grover Cleveland Alexander, gets the call to pitch. He has already thrown two complete games in the series.
The first two pitches of the game to Lazzeri were curve balls. He then hits a deep fly ball to left field. With two outs and the score tied 2-2, Alexander gets back to his breaking ball and strikes out Lazzeri. He then pitches a couple of scoreless innings to help the Cardinals win the World Series.
Lou Gehrig’s Retirement Speech
It was a sad day for baseball fans when legendary player Lou Gehrig announced his retirement from the game. He was not only a great player, but he was also a great person. It was shocking to see how his performance had started to decline due to the effects of ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.
It was a sad day for baseball fans when Lou Gehrig announced his retirement from the game on July 4, 1939. His emotional speech at Yankee Stadium is regarded as one of the most important moments in the history of professional baseball.
The Shot Heard Around the World
One of the most significant factors that made Bobby Thomson’s home run in 1951 a memorable moment was that it happened during the first televised game in the history of professional baseball. It helped the Giants overcome a four-run deficit and defeat the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series deciding game. There have been many walk-off home runs in the history of baseball, but this is the most memorable one.