It all unraveled in seconds after nine quiet innings.
After nine scoreless innings on June 10, 1986 at Dodger Stadium, controversy erupted. With two on in the bottom of the ninth, as Bill Madlock beat out a potential double play, thirdbase coach Joey Amalfitano waved the second base runner Mariano Duncan home. Though the throw beat him, the umpire ruled the Duncan touched the plate before the tag, sealing a 1–0 walk-off win. The call sparked outrage—but it also showcased hustle, instincts, and split-second decisions that defined the ending.
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