Bill Mazeroski, 89, Whose 9th-Inning Blast Made Pirates Champs, Is Dead
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by David MargolickFebruary 21, 2026
It was Game 7 of the 1960 World Series, when an infielder known for his glove, not his bat, crushed the powerful Yankees with one swing, bringing joy to Pittsburgh.
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Originally published on NYT Homepage on 2/21/2026