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Reggie Jackson

Still with us 1946–present

“Three swings in October 1977, and a straw he said stirred the drink.”

Baseball (Right Fielder)Sport
Athletics, Orioles, Yankees, AngelsTeams
5 World Series championshipsTitles
3 home runs on 3 pitches in a World Series gameRecords
Reginald Martinez Jackson, Wyncote, PennsylvaniaBorn
The Turning Point

Jackson emerged as a star with the Oakland Athletics, helping win three straight World Series from 1972 to 1974. But he earned the nickname 'Mr. October' in 1977 when he hit three home runs on three consecutive pitches in the decisive World Series game for the New York Yankees.

Reggie Jackson during his New York Yankees years
Reggie Jackson during his New York Yankees years

Pennsylvania Power

Born in Wyncote, Pennsylvania, Jackson was a multi-sport standout before focusing on baseball at Arizona State. His prodigious power made him one of the game's most feared hitters.

Reggie Jackson in October 1973 during the World Series
Reggie Jackson in October 1973 during the World Series

Mr. October

Jackson thrived under pressure, delivering some of the greatest postseason performances in history. His three-homer game in the 1977 World Series remains one of baseball's iconic moments.

Champion and Hall of Famer

Jackson won five World Series titles across his 21-year career with multiple teams. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1993 and remained involved in the game as an executive.

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Career Timeline

  1. 1946Born in Wyncote.
  2. 1973A's. World Series MVP.
  3. 1977Three home runs. Mr. October.

Biggest Hits

1978
Five World Series championshipsThree with Oakland, two with the Yankees
1977
Three home runs in one World Series gameOn three consecutive pitches in Game 6
1973
American League MVPLed Oakland to a World Series title
1977
Two World Series MVP awardsWon the honor in 1973 and 1977
1987
563 career home runsSixth-most in history at retirement
1984
Fourteen-time All-StarOne of the era's premier sluggers
Did You Know
  • Jackson's nickname 'Mr. October' came from teammate Thurman Munson and stuck after his legendary 1977 World Series performance.
  • He also led the American League in strikeouts five times, ranking among the all-time leaders in that category as well.
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