Why did America have room in its heart for only one hero?
In 1961, Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle played for the New York Yankees. One, Mantle, was universally loved, while the other, Maris, was universally hated. Both men started off with a bang, and both were nearing Babe Ruth's 60 home run record. Which man would reach it?
April 28, 2001
61* Productions Inc.
31 people
Barry Pepper
Roger Maris
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Thomas Jane
Mickey Mantle
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Anthony Michael Hall
Whitey Ford
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Richard Masur
Milt Kahn
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Bruce McGill
Ralph Houk
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Chris Bauer
Bob Cerv
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Jennifer Crystal Foley
Pat Maris ('61)
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Christopher McDonald
Mel Allen
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Haynes Brooke
Detroit Bartender
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Bob Gunton
Dan Topping
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Donald Moffat
Ford Frick
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Joe Grifasi
Phil Rizzuto
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