Great video, I love Rewinders, but I'm surprised you didn't dig into how dramatic the actual plate appearance was, with him hitting the home run on the seventh pitch of a nearly six minute at bat, working from an 0-2 all the way to back a full count, and Davis almost getting picked off at one point. It's one of the reasons that home run was so meaningful, Gibson was down to his last strike almost the entire time.
Adam E I have a similar feeling as a Giants fan, nothing worse than seeing a rival do this, it's soul crushing to watch. Only good thing is that it wasn't against us.
I heard an interview with Eckersley in which he said he couldn't decide whether to throw a fast ball or a slider and still hadn't made up his mind as he was pitching the ball. This resulted in a very bad not-a-fastball-or-a-slider pitch.
Patrick Riley Gibson said that Dodger scouts told them that if Eckersely had a lefty in a 3-2 count, a backdoor slider was coming. They guaranteed it, and sure enough, when Eckersely got to 3-2 with Gibson, his next pitch was the very bad not-a-fastball-or-a-slider backdoor slider.
Little surprised they didn't mention that or the fact that the reason he was able to hit the ball out on two bum legs is that season Eckersley loved to throw a backdoor slider on a 3-2 count. So much so that that's exactly what Gibson was looking for
I forgot that! I grew up in the Bay Area and this was the first World Series game I had ever watched. And I’m a HUGE A’s fan. This crushed me. I was 7. I actually blamed Canseco for not catching it lol
Orel Hershiser was one of the great pitchers of the 1980s, a real workhorse that was one of the last pitchers in the Majors to consistently complete games. Ryan might have fanned batters more, it was Hershiser that turned those fans and wins into pennants. Great to see him mentioned for once, he doesn't get anywhere near enough credit for how great of a pitcher he was.
Growing Up a Detroit Tigers Fan, Kirk "GIBBY" Gibson was my favorite player! He won us a World Series in '84 and then we loaned him to LA to win in' 88. Gibby does our play by play analysis for the Tigers now.
The helmet catch deserves a deep rewind. It has a really interesting back story with the 16-0 patriots vs the underdog giants. Also the story of David tyree, and not to mention the catch was incredible as well as the escape by Eli Manning
Giants fan through and through, watching that fist pump as he rounds the bases makes me smile every damn time, and it's quite literally the only moment I every feel any sort of warmth for someone in a Dodgers uniform. Great video.
Being born and raised in the Bay Area and a lifelong A's fan, watching this video and learning the backstory of this historic moment only make it hurt more lol But in all in all big respect to the Dodgers for a great performance!
Captain Coen like the rewinder idea But beef history is not even beef ...that's tofu all fake. Their own mothers made them kiss and makeup ..pretty sure they are cool again honestly
Captain Coen yep. But would it be rajai Davis or zobrist or kb or kluber... My vote is on Davis even though the Indians lost it wouldn't be the first time they covered a losing team
Wow, the person(s) who put the episodes of this series together are super talented. I know everything (sometimes) about these scenarios and yet you found the way to make them fresh and intriguing again. Really excellent stuff.
I think the best part of the Kirk Gibson home run is that just before Eckersley threw the 3-2 Gibson called for time remembering that Dodgers scout Mel Dider had once told him that Eckersley on a 3-2 count to a left handed hitter would definitely throw a back-door slider. After taking his time and hearing that information from Dider in his head he stepped back in, was thrown a back-door slider and the rest is history.
This is a close second for the best moment in sports history. The kick six wins out for the history between the two teams, but this is right there with it. For someone to hit a homerun in this situation with two injured legs is nothing short of incredible.
Great video! Actually, Davis' walk was more of an intentional walk. According to Eckersley, he and the catcher saw that Dave Anderson was due up and they felt that it would be better to go after Anderson instead of Davis. Oops! What they didn't know was that Lasorda was keeping Gibson in the hallway and not in the dugout. When Davis walked, that is when Gibson came out and took a few swings in the on deck circle. The rest, is history! (P.S. I was AT the game and saw this home run!)
As a 49ers fan, I want you to do the 2011 divisional playoff game agaist the Saints (Jan 2012). The rewind abput the team being 2-12, drafting Alex Smith, his coach questioning his toughness, fans chanting "We want Carr" on Monday (or thursday?) Night football, his next Mike Singletary coach saying "You need a QB" after being fired, the Vernon Davis attitude problem with Singletary, Bounty gate and how the Saints were head hunting, and yet with 3rd and 3 (just like how The Catch and the Catch II were both on 3rd and 3), Alex Smith connects with Davis to win the game. The Radio call "Alex to the post (Cohost Eric davis screams 'He's got it! Whoo hoo!') Smith with the play of his life. Vernon Davis with the play of his life. Can you feel Candlestick?!" That is a moment in history that I will always have.
They finally listened to my requests 😛 I wish I was old enough to actually remember watching this game but I was only about 5 months old when it happened. Still our most recent WS victory, which sucks.
It’s worth noting that Gibson read the scouting report on Eckersly, that he throws 3-2 sliders backdoor. That’s what he got, he was ready for it, and he crushed it!
I love Vin Scully's more. He let the excitement of the crowd do the talking. It was just amazing to hear that crowd eruption. And, then to top it off: In a year that has been so improbable - the impossible has happened. That's perfection.
I'd like to suggest one of my iconic sports moments from the 90s for a Rewind.....Steve Yzerman's 2OT Game Seven Winner 1996 versus St Louis. Both teams were filled with drama and storylines and stars, and the Blues almost pulled one of the greatest upsets in terms of regular season point differential. The Wings were just starting their great run. The Blues had some guys named Gretzky, Hull, Pronger, MacInnis, Hawerchuk, Anderson, and Fuhr. Game Seven. Late start time due to TV rights scheduling for the playoffs. Scoreless after four periods (including overtime). Second OT starts in the wee hours of the morning local time. Yzerman picks up a loose puck off an unforced Gretzky turnover, slaps a shot from the blue line, and.....
There’s even more to this. Gibson had thoroughly studied Eckersly’s scouting report, and he knew that Dennis loved to throw the 3-2 slider. Gibson got a 3-2 count, and sure enough, he got that slider. The rest is history...
That must’ve been one of those moments for people watching at home like “man, if he hits it out” and then imagining it over and over again during the AB, and then when it finally did happen they thought they were dreaming or something
Chelsea's 2012 UCL run should be a fun rewind, a team that could've been knocked out since the group stage, fired their manager midway of the season, lost four starters in the finals and went on to beat Bayern in their own turf.. Hell, they didn't even bother to throw the confetti during the ceremony lol
It always amazes me that as recently as 1988, pro sports leagues hadnt yet capitalized on the Cash Cow that is licensed jerseys and apparel. Dodger Stadium in the playoffs is now a sea of blue. The earliest merchandising i can remember was around 1991 when Starter produced hats and jackets. Id love to know more about the development of the industry.
You did not include in the rewind how Gibson turned the entire attitude of the LA team around early in the season. He did not put up with their antics and stupid practical jokes. He was about winning everything. He did more than just finish the season with a homerun, he made that team into a cohesive winning team.
the first "walk off" in the sense that no one had called a game ending run in the bottom of an inning a "walk off" before. Dennis Eckersley said, "He hit the ball, and everyone walked off the field."
RIP Vin Scully, who gave us this memorable high-fly call.
dodgers legend will always be remembered
"In a year that has been so improbable, the impossible has happened"
Oh how that would apply for this year and the previous one
Bonus points for waiting for Gibson's double fist pump before ending the clip.
I'm a simple man, I see Rewinder, I click
How retro. I just touch a screen
Great video, I love Rewinders, but I'm surprised you didn't dig into how dramatic the actual plate appearance was, with him hitting the home run on the seventh pitch of a nearly six minute at bat, working from an 0-2 all the way to back a full count, and Davis almost getting picked off at one point. It's one of the reasons that home run was so meaningful, Gibson was down to his last strike almost the entire time.
Scullys Tie absolutely! I was also hoping they would have emphasized that more
As an A’s fan this will be the only reminder that I won’t watch. But I watched it any way because Rewinder videos are awesome
Adam E I have a similar feeling as a Giants fan, nothing worse than seeing a rival do this, it's soul crushing to watch. Only good thing is that it wasn't against us.
I'm a Dodger fan and I've been completely avoiding the Bumgarner video lol
I heard an interview with Eckersley in which he said he couldn't decide whether to throw a fast ball or a slider and still hadn't made up his mind as he was pitching the ball. This resulted in a very bad not-a-fastball-or-a-slider pitch.
Dido
Patrick Riley
Gibson said that Dodger scouts told them that if Eckersely had a lefty in a 3-2 count, a backdoor slider was coming. They guaranteed it, and sure enough, when Eckersely got to 3-2 with Gibson, his next pitch was the very bad not-a-fastball-or-a-slider backdoor slider.
Gibson also battled back from an 0-2 count in that at bat.
Little surprised they didn't mention that or the fact that the reason he was able to hit the ball out on two bum legs is that season Eckersley loved to throw a backdoor slider on a 3-2 count. So much so that that's exactly what Gibson was looking for
I forgot that! I grew up in the Bay Area and this was the first World Series game I had ever watched. And I’m a HUGE A’s fan. This crushed me. I was 7. I actually blamed Canseco for not catching it lol
Orel Hershiser was one of the great pitchers of the 1980s, a real workhorse that was one of the last pitchers in the Majors to consistently complete games. Ryan might have fanned batters more, it was Hershiser that turned those fans and wins into pennants. Great to see him mentioned for once, he doesn't get anywhere near enough credit for how great of a pitcher he was.
"Turned those fans and wins into pennants"? You're one of those people who think Jacob deGrom doesn't deserve the Cy Young, aren't you.
Growing Up a Detroit Tigers Fan, Kirk "GIBBY" Gibson was my favorite player! He won us a World Series in '84 and then we loaned him to LA to win in' 88.
Gibby does our play by play analysis for the Tigers now.
The helmet catch deserves a deep rewind. It has a really interesting back story with the 16-0 patriots vs the underdog giants. Also the story of David tyree, and not to mention the catch was incredible as well as the escape by Eli Manning
Then how Tyree was cut after the following preseason.
Giants fan through and through, watching that fist pump as he rounds the bases makes me smile every damn time, and it's quite literally the only moment I every feel any sort of warmth for someone in a Dodgers uniform. Great video.
You're God damn right it deserves a rewind
hahaha
*Steven Bradbury’s miracle win at the 2002 Winter Olympics deserves a deep rewind.*
(C’mon make it happen!!)
Ornlu the Wolfie i support this. So much had to happen for him to even be in that position
Seconded. Or, technically "thirded", I suppose.
I'll throw my support behind this too
Great idea. Fantastic take.
As much as I will always love Vin, Jack Buck's "I don't believe what I just saw!" call is one of my favorites of all time.
I agree. Vin's call was great, but it didn't capture the miracle as much as Buck's call did.
Jason Lezak and the US Olympic men's swim team's last-lap comeback against France in the 2008 Olympics deserves a deep rewind.
Being born and raised in the Bay Area and a lifelong A's fan, watching this video and learning the backstory of this historic moment only make it hurt more lol
But in all in all big respect to the Dodgers for a great performance!
Beef history : kd vs Westbrook
Rewinder : Cubs vs Indians
Captain Coen like the rewinder idea
But beef history is not even beef ...that's tofu all fake.
Their own mothers made them kiss and makeup ..pretty sure they are cool again honestly
And also A good Rewinder is game 4 of the 2004 ALCS Red Sox vs Yankees
A better Rewinder would be David Freese's walkoff homerun in the 2011 Game 6 World Series.
Dennis Green an even better Rewinder would be 2017 WS Game 5. But all rewinder ideas are great.
Captain Coen yep. But would it be rajai Davis or zobrist or kb or kluber...
My vote is on Davis even though the Indians lost it wouldn't be the first time they covered a losing team
My 18th Birthday!!!!!! I remember watching this game on my college radio station's TV while writing the story for the morning news at the station.
The greatest walk off in baseball history, god was definitely with Kirk, he’s a strong believer!
It was only game one. Try Mazeroski or Bobby Thompson.
or Joe Carter
Wow, the person(s) who put the episodes of this series together are super talented. I know everything (sometimes) about these scenarios and yet you found the way to make them fresh and intriguing again. Really excellent stuff.
The two things that are memorable on that home run, Vin Scully's bare bones yet powerful call and those taillights...always the taillights...
Rewind of the Braves World Series in the 90s I’d you don’t mind. Love your vids but really love the baseball firsts
My cousin was on the Dodgers bench. He was pitcher Tim Crews, may he R.I.P.
I think the best part of the Kirk Gibson home run is that just before Eckersley threw the 3-2 Gibson called for time remembering that Dodgers scout Mel Dider had once told him that Eckersley on a 3-2 count to a left handed hitter would definitely throw a back-door slider. After taking his time and hearing that information from Dider in his head he stepped back in, was thrown a back-door slider and the rest is history.
This series deserves so much more praise and views
Ronde Barber, 2003 NFC Championship game, 95-yard interception return. That game was so memorable but that was the most memorable moment.
I was 8 years old at the time and I can still remember that call like it was yesterday!!!!
Do Gonzo's hit in game 7 of the 2001 world series
Jonah Reyes YES
Yeah that’s a good one
Doesn’t count it was a blooper
Excellent suggestion. Why was the infield half-way with a double-play possible? Always wondered.
It's there now
This is a close second for the best moment in sports history. The kick six wins out for the history between the two teams, but this is right there with it. For someone to hit a homerun in this situation with two injured legs is nothing short of incredible.
You guys finally did the moment I’ve been requesting forever. Love this channel, keep it up!!!!
Gives me chills without fail regardless of how many times i watch.
If i had a time traveling machine, probably be my first event to go. visit.
you gotta play out the moments more you missed Scully's classic line "in the year that has been so improbable, the impossible has happened!"
Great video! Actually, Davis' walk was more of an intentional walk. According to Eckersley, he and the catcher saw that Dave Anderson was due up and they felt that it would be better to go after Anderson instead of Davis. Oops! What they didn't know was that Lasorda was keeping Gibson in the hallway and not in the dugout. When Davis walked, that is when Gibson came out and took a few swings in the on deck circle. The rest, is history! (P.S. I was AT the game and saw this home run!)
God I love this series, but as a TH-cam commenter you’ve gotta go with the flow.
Something, something Jon Bois.
clemsontige where's pretty good. Gibson's career would make a great pretty good.
Especially since he was a football player . . .
dude your videos give me chills every time you say welcome to a moment in history. great set up.
As a 49ers fan, I want you to do the 2011 divisional playoff game agaist the Saints (Jan 2012).
The rewind abput the team being 2-12, drafting Alex Smith, his coach questioning his toughness, fans chanting "We want Carr" on Monday (or thursday?) Night football, his next Mike Singletary coach saying "You need a QB" after being fired, the Vernon Davis attitude problem with Singletary, Bounty gate and how the Saints were head hunting, and yet with 3rd and 3 (just like how The Catch and the Catch II were both on 3rd and 3), Alex Smith connects with Davis to win the game. The Radio call "Alex to the post (Cohost Eric davis screams 'He's got it! Whoo hoo!') Smith with the play of his life. Vernon Davis with the play of his life. Can you feel Candlestick?!"
That is a moment in history that I will always have.
Best series on TH-cam, Period.
Oh my gosh, this was probably the best Rewinder yet!!!!! Keep up the good work
They finally listened to my requests 😛 I wish I was old enough to actually remember watching this game but I was only about 5 months old when it happened. Still our most recent WS victory, which sucks.
This rewind series is one of my favorites!
This series kicks major ass , please keep doing them , also the guy hosting video is well suited to these
4:07 Nice, hearing my man Rick. I know his parents and they help my grandmother often
Came for the Kirk Gibson, stayed for the end zinger.
Was not disappointed. Outstanding.
Rewinder has to be the best segment SB Nation does.
It’s worth noting that Gibson read the scouting report on Eckersly, that he throws 3-2 sliders backdoor. That’s what he got, he was ready for it, and he crushed it!
Jack Buck always had the best call of Gibson's home run. "I don't believe... what I just saw! I don't BELIEVE what I just saw!
No no no no no no no. That cannot *possibly* compare to the poetry of "in a season that has been so improbable, the IMPOSSIBLE has happened!"
You say that because Scully was biased as the Dodgers regular announcer.
I love Vin Scully's more. He let the excitement of the crowd do the talking. It was just amazing to hear that crowd eruption. And, then to top it off: In a year that has been so improbable - the impossible has happened. That's perfection.
I'd like to suggest one of my iconic sports moments from the 90s for a Rewind.....Steve Yzerman's 2OT Game Seven Winner 1996 versus St Louis. Both teams were filled with drama and storylines and stars, and the Blues almost pulled one of the greatest upsets in terms of regular season point differential. The Wings were just starting their great run. The Blues had some guys named Gretzky, Hull, Pronger, MacInnis, Hawerchuk, Anderson, and Fuhr. Game Seven. Late start time due to TV rights scheduling for the playoffs. Scoreless after four periods (including overtime). Second OT starts in the wee hours of the morning local time. Yzerman picks up a loose puck off an unforced Gretzky turnover, slaps a shot from the blue line, and.....
I just watched this World Series.. it was amazing
4:43 It’s also said he and teammate Mark McGwire collaborated on a rap album that year...but sadly it’s been lost in the wind.
Please make sooo many more of these and all the time. Easily one of my favorite series’ on TH-cam
This maybe my favorite TH-cam series right now. Keep up the good work guys and gals!!
A rewinder on the NRL 2015 Grand Final would be awesome. Inarguable one of the wildest endings of any championship of any sport.
Love this channel. Don’t stop making these.
Goosebumps! What a cool moment!
Not until just recently, did I find out that Kirk Gibson was actually a beast of a man when it came to sports
Adore the old school production.
"In a year that has been so improbable, the impossible has happened"
This is easily my fav TH-cam channel.
I have been asking for this!!!
Rewind: Edgar Martinez's walk-off in game 5 1995 ALDS vs Yankees
Such a great show
do a rewind of the 2012 AFC Divisional round game against the ravens and broncos.
Oh that game was fun to watch
Then in 1990 the A’s get swept by the Reds. Some say they’ll come back and win it to this day...
Gibson what hero's are made of
One of my best memories.
Gibby Mr. Clutch!!
There’s even more to this. Gibson had thoroughly studied Eckersly’s scouting report, and he knew that Dennis loved to throw the 3-2 slider. Gibson got a 3-2 count, and sure enough, he got that slider. The rest is history...
Cracking a cold one with my Bois
Joey Bats’ bat flip needs a rewinder. I know it’s recent history, but it’s perfect for this show in my opinion
Joe Carter walk off home run in 1993 for next rewind video
Hearing Vin Scully Is The Best.
Nostalgia 🤙
I’d say do a Deep Rewind of the 2004 ALCS... but there are so many great moments that I don’t think you could do just one video
This is by far the best explanation of why Gibson's home run was as improbable as I always heard it was.
That must’ve been one of those moments for people watching at home like “man, if he hits it out” and then imagining it over and over again during the AB, and then when it finally did happen they thought they were dreaming or something
What a legend
Great video. Whenever I hit a homerun I make sure to do the kirk fist pump. Classic.
Please please please do a rewinder of the Auburn Kick 6. The confluence of events leading up to that was insane and will never ever happen again.
Please do the 1993 walk off world series, PLEASE this one does need a rewind
Chelsea's 2012 UCL run should be a fun rewind, a team that could've been knocked out since the group stage, fired their manager midway of the season, lost four starters in the finals and went on to beat Bayern in their own turf.. Hell, they didn't even bother to throw the confetti during the ceremony lol
Rewinder: Bobby Orr's famous OT goal to win the Stanley Cup in 1970
These are so good
The game winning touchdown from the 2018 CFB National Championship deserves a pretty deep rewind.
man you just got a new sub this series is amazing!!!
"And in 1990, the MLB folded."
Aw come on, don't treat my '90 Reds like that!
Legendary.
was drinking water and almost choked at that last moment 🤣🤣🤣
This series is awesome
It always amazes me that as recently as 1988, pro sports leagues hadnt yet capitalized on the Cash Cow that is licensed jerseys and apparel. Dodger Stadium in the playoffs is now a sea of blue. The earliest merchandising i can remember was around 1991 when Starter produced hats and jackets. Id love to know more about the development of the industry.
This is a great series guys. Keep it up
These are great. Good job.
Rewinder: 2016 World Series Game 7.....IT HAD EVERYTHING
"And you probably know what he's going to do next"
Well as a matter of fact I do, thanks to the title of the video
Beckie Scott's Olympic Gold deserves a deep rewind! One of the most interesting stories in sport.
These are great.
You did not include in the rewind how Gibson turned the entire attitude of the LA team around early in the season. He did not put up with their antics and stupid practical jokes. He was about winning everything. He did more than just finish the season with a homerun, he made that team into a cohesive winning team.
That lawnmower fist pump is my favorite baseball celebration
Great video! I really enjoyed it. It was a great way to told a story.
Rewinder of the 1999 Champions League Final
the first "walk off" in the sense that no one had called a game ending run in the bottom of an inning a "walk off" before. Dennis Eckersley said, "He hit the ball, and everyone walked off the field."
Baseball is magical
David Tyree helmet catch deserves a deep rewind.