THE STORY
In Game 1 of the 2015 World Series on October 27, 2015, at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Mets closer Jeurys Familia threw a quick pitch to Royals outfielder Alex Gordon in the bottom of the ninth inning. Gordon hit the pitch for a game-tying home run, leading to a 5–4 loss for the Mets in 14 innings. (mlb.com)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
New York Mets, Kansas City Royals
WHY IT MATTERS
Familia's quick pitch strategy, intended to disrupt hitters' timing, backfired, resulting in a pivotal home run that shifted the momentum in the series. (sny.tv)