Mazeroski's walk-off, ABA's debut, and Jeter's 'Flip' saves the day - This DiSH for Oct. 13

This Day in Sports History

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Today's Episode features:

In 1960, Bill Mazeroski hit the game-winning home run in game 7 to beat the New York Yankees.

In 1967, the ABA debuted and its iconic Red, White, and Blue basketball.

In 2007, the 17th ranked Kentucky Wildcats upset #1 LSU in a continuation of a wild college football seasoan.

And in 2001, Derek Jeter's "flip" preserved a 1-0 lead in game 3 of the ALDS against Oakland.

October 13 marks significant moments in sports history, including Bill Mazeroski's iconic game-winning home run for the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 1960 World Series against the New York Yankees, a finish that remains the most dramatic in World Series history. The episode delves into the details of that thrilling game, where the underdog Pirates rallied against the heavily favored Yankees, showcasing the unpredictable nature of baseball. Additionally, listeners are taken back to 1967, when the American Basketball Association introduced its distinctive red, white, and blue ball, revolutionizing basketball aesthetics and gameplay. The podcast also highlights the excitement of college football in 2007, with Kentucky pulling off a stunning upset against the top-ranked LSU Tigers. Finally, it recounts the unforgettable moment known as "The Flip," where Derek Jeter executed a remarkable play that preserved a critical Yankees lead in the 2001 postseason.

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Takeaways:

• On October 13, 1960, Bill Mazeroski hit a historic game-winning home run in World Series history.
• The 1960 World Series was notable for being the first to end on a walk-off home run.
• The ABA debuted its revolutionary red, white, and blue basketball on October 13, 1967, changing the game forever.
• Derek Jeter's iconic flip play in 2001 helped preserve a crucial Yankees lead and win.
• The 2007 college football season saw Kentucky upset top-ranked LSU in a thrilling overtime game.
• The Pittsburgh Pirates, despite being outscored, managed to win the 1960 World Series through tenacity and resilience.

Links referenced in this episode:

• sportshistorynetwork.com