1986 World Series – New York Mets vs. Boston Red Sox The Mets’ improbable Game 6 comeback—fueled by Bill Buckner’s infamous error—overshadows a thrilling, seven-game series packed with momentum swings. Boston led 5–3 in the 10th inning of Game 6, one strike away twice, before the Mets tied it and won on Mookie Wilson’s slow roller through Buckner’s legs. New York then dominated Game 7 to claim their second title. The series showcased stars like Dwight Gooden, Roger Clemens, and Keith Hernandez, but became a cultural touchstone for heartbreak (Boston) and chaos (New York). Played amid New York’s gritty 1980s backdrop, it embodied baseball’s unpredictability. Though later tainted by revelations of player drug use, its on-field drama remains unmatched—a blend of skill, luck, and fate that still haunts Red Sox Nation decades later.
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