What notable event did Billy Martin's catch in the 1952 World Series prevent?
Jackie Robinson scoring
A home run
A triple play
A perfect game
Answer
Jackie Robinson was prevented from scoring in the 1952 World Series by Billy Martin's spectacular catch. Martin, then a rookie with the New York Yankees, made a diving catch of a line drive hit by Robinson, the Dodgers' star second baseman. The catch ended the inning and preserved a 3-2 lead for the Yankees, who went on to win the game and eventually the World Series.
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