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Today in History: Bobby Thomson's "Shot Heard 'Round the World" Wins Pennant

10/3/2025

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On October 3, 1951, Bobby Thomson of the New York Giants hit the "Shot Heard 'Round the World," a dramatic three-run home run against the Brooklyn Dodgers at Polo Grounds. This walk-off homer in the ninth inning secured the National League pennant for the Giants, overcoming a 4-1 deficit and becoming one of baseball's most iconic moments.

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On October 3, 1951, Bobby Thomson of the New York Giants hit the "Shot Heard 'Round the World," a dramatic three-run home run against the Brooklyn Dodgers at Polo Grounds. This walk-off homer in the ninth inning secured the National League pennant for the Giants, overcoming a 4-1 deficit and becoming one of baseball's most iconic moments.