When the Yankees opened the 1978 season at home, Reggie Jackson wasted no time reminding fans why he was Mr. October. His first-inning, three-run homer detonated Yankee Stadium and turned the opener into an instant celebration. What followed was equal parts baseball brilliance and unexpected spectacle, as the crowd responded in a way only New York could. The blast also propelled the Yanks to a 4-2 win over the White Sox.
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Fans found a use for the 45,000 “Reggie!” bars handed out before the game
Teammates and coaches crack jokes about the moment
One swing that decided the home opener
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