Bill Buckner's legacy extends far beyond one fielding mishap. The former Boston Red Sox first baseman and veteran of 22 MLB seasons died Monday at age 69, his family confirmed in a statement. "After ...

Buckner came up through the Los Angeles Dodgers organization, starting in the minors under Tommy Lasorda, who would go on to manage the Dodgers themselves with great success. With Los Angeles, Buckner ...

Buckner became a scapegoat for the team’s hard-luck loss and endured boos and even death threats from angry Boston fans. The Red Sox released him midway through the next season, but he briefly ...

He was a first baseman and star hitter who came back with wit and grace from one of the sport's most shocking World Series plays.