October 1

1903—The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Boston Pilgrims 7-3 in the first World Series game.

1961—Roger Maris hits his 61st home run of the season, against Tracy Stallard of the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium. The blow gives New York a 1-0 victory and eclipses Babe Ruth’s 34-year-old single-season home run record.

1975—In the “Thrilla in Manila,” Muhammad Ali beats Joe Frazier in 14 rounds to retain his world heavyweight title.

1977—75,646 fans come to the Meadowlands to see soccer great Pele play his farewell game. Pele plays the first h...

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