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Baseball Crossword Puzzle : More Than Merkle (Printable Version)

The Cubs and Giants were locked in a furious pennant battle. On September 23, 1908, the score was tied 1 - 1 with two out in the last of the ninth inning at the Polo Grounds. Runners were on first and third base when Al Bridwell singled to center. As the runner on third crossed the plate with the apparent winning run Fred Merkle jogged towards second then start for the clubhouse in right field. The Cubs retrieved the ball, tossed it to Evers who tagged second, and a force out was called ending the game in a tie. On October 8, 1908, the game was replayed and the Cubs won the pennant 4 - 2 and advanced to the World Series where they defeated the Tigers.

"Merkle jogged halfway to second. I saw him stop, glance at the fans pouring out of the seats and start for the clubhouse beyond right field." - Johnny Evers
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More Than Merkle Printable Crossword Puzzle

More Than Merkle Printable Crossword Puzzle

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This great crossword puzzle is based upon the book "More Than Merkle". Read the review today. Baseball Almanac has the complete box score for "Merkle's Boner" online - review it today and learn even more about this infamous moment in baseball history.

The clues and answers for the More Than Merkle Crossword Puzzle were created by Dr. Donald McKim who is a widely published author with books that can be seen and ordered from Amazon.com.

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