#14: The Last Home Run

Mantle’s final home run, number 536, came on September 20, 1968, against Jim Lonborg of the Boston Red Sox. It was a moment that capped off one of the most powerful careers in baseball history. Though his body was worn down and his batting average had dipped, Mantle’s swing still had magic.

That final homer placed him third on the all-time home run list, behind only Babe Ruth and Willie Mays. Fans gave him a standing ovation, knowing they were witnessing an era’s twilight and an unforgettable career’s end.