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The Legacy of Bill Buckner: Beyond the Error
On this day, 38 years ago, Bill Buckner became synonymous with the phrase “the worst error in MLB history.” However, this narrative oversimplifies a complex man and a storied career that was reduced to a single moment. This article seeks to unravel the layers of Buckner's legacy beyond that fateful play, focusing on his impressive baseball career, and the heavy burden he carried for a mistake that defined his public perception.