Cardinals edged Mets in 2006 NLCS Game 7 20 years ago

Ended with bases loaded in the ninth inning

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 2h1 min read

OTD 20 years ago, the Cardinals and Mets played one of the most memorable Postseason games ever An unbelievable catch, Via @MLB on X

What happened: A light-hitting infielder hit the go-ahead homer in the late innings. A leaping catch preserved the lead before the final out came with the bases loaded.

Why it matters: It decided the 2006 National League pennant and a World Series berth. The mix of a game-saving catch and a bases-loaded finish keeps it cited among the closest Game 7s.

What to watch: Attention now stays on the current postseason field and New York's winter retool.

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