Bill Mazeroski, walkoff hero of Pirates’ 1960 World Series win, dies at 89
Feb 21, 2026
Infielder hit historic shot in 1960 World Series’ Game 7Pirates pay tribute to ‘one of a kind’ Hall of FamerBill Mazeroski, the Hall of Fame second baseman who won eight Gold Glove awards for his steady work in the field and the hearts of countless Pittsburgh Pirates fans for his historic walk
-off home run in Game 7 of the 1960 World Series, has died at the age of 89.Pirates owner Bob Nutting said “Maz was one of a kind, a true Pirates legend ... His name will always be tied to the biggest home run in baseball history and the 1960 World Series championship, but I will remember him most for the person he was: humble, gracious and proud to be a Pirate.” Continue reading... ...read more read less