THE STORY
In Game 8 of the 1912 World Series on October 16, at Fenway Park, New York Giants center fielder Fred Snodgrass dropped a routine fly ball off pinch-hitter Clyde Engle in the bottom of the tenth inning. This error allowed Engle to reach second base, leading to the Boston Red Sox's 3–2 victory and their second World Series championship. (baseballhistory.org)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
New York Giants, Boston Red Sox
WHY IT MATTERS
The 'Muff' is one of baseball's most infamous errors, often cited as a pivotal moment in the Giants' loss. Despite Snodgrass's subsequent redemption with a spectacular catch, the error remains a defining incident in World Series history. (baseballhistory.org)