Bobby Thomson
Baseball player, 'Shot Heard 'Round the World'
Born
October 25th, 1923
101 years ago
Died
2010
15 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Scottish-American baseball player played in Major League Baseball primarily for the New York Giants. His career spanned from 1946 to 1960. In 1951, hit a dramatic three-run home run in the decisive playoff game against the Brooklyn Dodgers, a moment dubbed the 'Shot Heard 'Round the World.' This pivotal hit secured the Giants' National League pennant and etched his name in baseball history.
Hit the 'Shot Heard 'Round the World' in 1951
Played for the New York Giants
Participated in the 1948 and 1951 All-Star Games
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