1960 World Series – Pittsburgh Pirates vs. New York Yankees Despite being outscored 55–27 and losing three games by margins of 7, 8, and 10 runs, the Pirates won the series on Bill Mazeroski’s walk-off homer in Game 7—the only such winner in World Series history. The Yankees’ powerhouse lineup, featuring Mickey Mantle and Yogi Berra, crushed 10 home runs, but Pittsburgh’s timely hitting and savvy base-running prevailed. Game 7 itself saw five lead changes, capped by Mazeroski’s shot over Forbes Field’s left-field wall. Manager Danny Murtaugh’s strategic patience contrasted with Casey Stengel’s overuse of Whitey Ford. Though some called it a fluke, the series highlighted baseball’s essence: any team can win on a given day. It remains a symbol of hope for small-market clubs and a testament to October’s glorious randomness.
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