In the ninth inning the San Francisco Giants trailed Philadelphia 7-5, and faced the awesome task of making up the deficit against the Phillies' Dick Farrell, best relief pitcher in the National League. But not a fan stirred to leave Seals Stadium. Instead, the crowd settled back expectantly for the last of the ninth.
The explosion came quickly. Farrell put the tying runs on base with walks, and Rookie First Baseman Orlando Cepeda doubled them home. Two more walks filled the bases, and a moment later the crowd roared with delight as Farrell wildpitched...
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