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OTD: Bill Buckner In The 1986 World Series, 33 years ago, the ball went through Bill Buckner's legs and cost the Red Sox Game 6 of the 1986 World Series., By SportsCenter
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They were just one pitch away - The Boston Globe
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Bill Buckner dies
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NY Mets' 35th anniversary of defeating Red Sox in Game 6 of 1986 World Series
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Bill Buckner Boston Red Sox Signed 1986 Topps Card #443
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Mookie Wilson Bill Buckner 15.5 x 12.5 Photo 1986 World Series Game 6 by Steiner
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Bill Buckner, forever known for October error, dies at 69
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Mookie Wilson's career overshadowed by Bill Buckner moment in 1986 World Series - Newsday
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Mookie Wilson discusses special relationship with Bill Buckner
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This Week in Baseball History: Oct. 19 - 25
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1,920 Bill Buckner Photos & High Res Pictures - Getty Images