The player could be a HOFer, a good player or simply average. For example, Willie Mays was considered by many (including Ted Williams and Joe Dimaggio) to be the greatest ALL AROUND player ever, but he’s still identified with THE CATCH in the 1954 World Series..
Franco Harris is a HOFer, but what most comes to mind is the “immaculate reception.”
Tyree is the obvious one and he was average at best, save for his proficiency on STs...
Ok, I’ll start, Jay Alford, Brady sack, SB XLII
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and then hitting it out versus the Cubs in the World Series. Legendary.
I don't think he actually pointed to center field. He changed his story multiple times, and at first even said he didn't point to the outfield. Only many years later, when the myth had grown and grown and grown thanks to sportswriters, did his story become this: "so I pointed out to dead centerfield and said 'I'm gonna hit it right past the flagpole!'"
But, still impressive is the truth: which is that he pointed to the Chicago dugout (both fans and Cubs players were talking a lot of shit to him at that point) and he basically said "that's only 2 strikes, there's still 1 to go." And on the next pitch he hit it out of the park.
Anyway, again, still impressive, but below is the best investigation of the story, and they even have actual footage of the at bat and him pointing at the Chicago dugout. The Truth about Ruth - ( New Window )
Same thing can be said if I were to think about Michael Jordan. His shot against Cleveland is one of the most iconic in the history of the sport, but I think of a hell of a lot more than that one moment.
So if the player does not need to be defined by that one moment, then I have to go with Michael Jordan for that shot against Cleveland.
If he does... then it's Bill Buckner.
Bringing home the gold for her team.
Olivia Wilde is currently directing a biography about her.
To give a less obvious example....I will always remember Andy Pettitte for firing a perfect throw to third base to nab Smoltz at third on a bunt in Game 5 of the 1996 World Series. It was a tense game. Yanks had taken a 1-0 lead, but Smoltz was dominant and they didn't figure to score much more. In the 6th, Smoltz led off with a base hit. Another single followed to give the Braves first and second with no one out. Mark Lemke then bunted a ball back to Pettitte. If Pettitte hadn't made the throw he made, he would have had bases loaded. Instead, third remained empty, and Chipper Jones then hit into a double play to end the threat. Yanks won 1-0. Smoltz said he pitched better in that game than any other of his career, but he lost due in no small part to Pettitte's play.
There is only one buzzer beater for me, as I'm sure you could guess
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To give a less obvious example....I will always remember Andy Pettitte for firing a perfect throw to third base to nab Smoltz at third on a bunt in Game 5 of the 1996 World Series. It was a tense game. Yanks had taken a 1-0 lead, but Smoltz was dominant and they didn't figure to score much more. In the 6th, Smoltz led off with a base hit. Another single followed to give the Braves first and second with no one out. Mark Lemke then bunted a ball back to Pettitte. If Pettitte hadn't made the throw he made, he would have had bases loaded. Instead, third remained empty, and Chipper Jones then hit into a double play to end the threat. Yanks won 1-0. Smoltz said he pitched better in that game than any other of his career, but he lost due in no small part to Pettitte's play.
Soccer - Iniesta Champions League goal at Stamford Bridge
CFB - Michael Vick's 82-yard TD versus Boston College in 2000
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There is only one buzzer beater for me, as I'm sure you could guess
Christian Laettner?
Soccer - Iniesta Champions League goal at Stamford Bridge
CFB - Michael Vick's 82-yard TD versus Boston College in 2000
I don't actually remember it clearly but your Vick post made me wonder whether some would pick Doug Flutie's Hail Mary.
Manning throw and Tyree catch in Super Bowl
Manning throw and Manningham catch in Super Bowl
Jeter's flip play against A's
Larry Johnson's four point play in playoffs
Mays catch in 1954 World Series
Mantle homer off facade in 1956
Martin's catch in 1052 World Series
Olympic men's 4 by 100 swimming relay victory in 2008
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... to beat UNCW in the NCAA first round in 2003. Drew Nicholas Buzzer Beater - ( New Window )
There is only one buzzer beater for me, as I'm sure you could guess
I would expect nothing less from you Greg. :-) Hope you and yours have been well.
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Tyree - Helmet
Manningham sideline catch in sb 2011
John Elway 90s Super Bowl going head first into endzone and helicopter spun tackled on 2 yard line
Odell one hand catch
Alan Houston clinch dunk vs heat upset in round 1 of play offs
Daniel Murphy homeruns vs dodgers in Mets World Series run
Havlicek stole da ball....
Henderson steals it....
Lee Evans grinding to a WR in the 440 over great competition at Mexico City.
Roberto Duran's first pro fight in Panama City (was stationed in Panama at the time)
Rumble in the Jungle pay per view
Thrilla in Manilla pay per view
Floyd Patterson leaping left hook left Ingammar Johansson knocked out for over 2 minutes on a tiny black and white TV.
Alexis Arguello vs Aaron Pryor
The War - Hagler Hearns
Bjorn Borg vs McEnroe Wimbledon 1980.
You see in your face defiance and domination in basketball and boxing but rarely see it in baseball. Bob Gibson came to Yankee Stadium in 1964 and sneered and raged his way to an unforgettable victory...ripped their hearts out and that era of Yankee domination was over as they aged in front of our eyes.
Tino Martinez Grand Slam HR in the WS shook the stadium until the mezzanine was moving up and down in the roar. Greatest live moment for it was the first game I took my sons to...what a memory.
DR j behind the basket move vs the 76's.
Starks dunk over MJ.
Bird making a punk out of Isiah Thomas and passing to DJ.
Secretariat Belmont 1973.
Rivera...just Rivera...so many times.
I saw Ted Williams hit a HR at Yankee Stadium the first game my grandfather took me to the Cathedral. (off Whitey Ford).
Bill Johnson in the downhill as the blizzard came in to that Olympics.
Shaun Whites last runs in his three gold medal competitions.
Steffi Grafs iron will and incredible forehand at ground level on a back court at Forest Hills.
The men's Olympic swim team getting off the hotel elevators to go eat after the Nationals in Indianapolis.
- A small boy in a wheelchair with terribly disfigurements (genetic or a childhood fire) holding out a notebook and pen hoping to get an autograph.
Passed by, ignored and in tears...finally last guy came over and knelt on the floor to be eye level.
Watching Michael Phelps wave his teammates to go on while he whispered to this boy and kissed his forehead. Soonthey were both crying. Phelps gently held his hand and rubbed his back and talked to him until he was able to stop crying and even a half smile appeared and then a genuine look of happiness and a crooked smile. Phelps wrote a note anda autograph and then gave his mother his phone number.
For me the greatest glimpse into the power of sports and the importance of moments of kindness.
I have rooted for Michael Phelps ever since. That is my most memorable sports memory
Some race, I think an Olympic qualifier with Jim Ryun stepping outside to “kick” and tearing by the pack.
Dave Waddle in a hat (I’m not even sure what the reference is here)
The first time I saw Dick Fosbury (ii believe the Montreal Olympics.)
George Forman dancing around with a tiny American flag
Scott whoever doing a backflip in the fun exhibition they do after the medals (he had just won the men’s ice skating) in the Olympics
The last second (which really didn’t exist) of the us-ussr ‘72 basketball gold medal game
Scott Norwood....
I get to the record store and they turn the game on ; Eli pulls one of his classic 45 yard passes over the middle and whole store erupts in like "YEA!!!". Totally knew Eli was special from that moment.
and I hate you more than eagle fans.
(My Giants and Mets moments have all been covered on this thread.)
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In the SB vs. Patriots faking the audible on the trick play before half time ; he walks down the line pretending to play call and the ball gets snapped and he catches the TD pass. I knew then that an upset was coming. I guess I hate the Brady patriots more than the eagles lol.
and I hate you more than eagle fans.
maybe you need to take a step back and think about your life. It is just a game. And I can imagine the players think the fans are just as annoying as anything else half the time. if you went to a division 1 college and ever been to a party with any of the football players you would know that you hanging out with the players probably didn't go well. take that and X 5 for the pros
Attended the Baltimore Orioles game in 1995 when Cal Ripken broke the Lou Gehrig consecutive game record. He also hit a homer that evening. Special, special night.
Was at the 1998 game in St. Louis when Mark McGwire hit his 62nd home run breaking the old Roger Maris record. It was against the Cubs so Sammy Sosa
Was in the crowd across the lake from 16th green at the 2005 Masters when Tiger chipped in. My favorite moment.
Attended the Baltimore Orioles game in 1995 when Cal Ripken broke the Lou Gehrig consecutive game record. He also hit a homer that evening. Special, special night.
Was at the 1998 game in St. Louis when Mark McGwire hit his 62nd home run breaking the old Roger Maris record. It was against the Cubs so Sammy Sosa
Was in the crowd across the lake from 16th green at the 2005 Masters when Tiger chipped in. My favorite moment.
Got cut off for some reason. Sammy Sosa was there who was going head-to-head with McGwire that whole season with homers. Both were a bit juiced up.
I get to the record store and they turn the game on ; Eli pulls one of his classic 45 yard passes over the middle and whole store erupts in like "YEA!!!". Totally knew Eli was special from that moment.
In a regular season game that you can't remember... on the "MOST memorable play by a player, Any sport" thread.
From a 1/21. Got it.
Thought about it and after reading your boring explanation, I hate you, and the Eagles even more so!
Only one of many great Richter plays, but none bigger.
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Loved that.
I was crazy excited as a 10 year old when Chambliss hit the HR against the Royals as well...
Sadly, whenever I think of Ewing, I immediately think of his missed finger roll vs. Pacers. I remember thinking at the time, 'I don't think we're ever going to win with Ewing here.' And then the Rat-Riley-leaves for Miami.
(Maybe because I was there, but still. ;-)
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maybe you need to take a step back and think about your life. It is just a game. And I can imagine the players think the fans are just as annoying as anything else half the time. if you went to a division 1 college and ever been to a party with any of the football players you would know that you hanging out with the players probably didn't go well. take that and X 5 for the pros
Thought about it and after reading your boring explanation, I hate you, and the Eagles even more so!
Whatevs. This whole gang BS. And I am so sick of this hype around some wimp back. With the exception of Tiki Giants backs were always ready to level someone. And he was a good back who can run up the middle. So Glad Tiki And Otis Anderson criticizing him. I want my backs who can do this...Oh and fits with memorable plays too (Jacobs running over Woodson in the GB Packers Championship game)
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Odds that this 1/21 even lasts to 2/21?
Times 100.
A close second is linked below.
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