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Forbes Field was a baseball stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, that opened in 1909 and served as the home of the Pittsburgh Pirates until 1970. The venue also hosted football, including games involving the Pittsburgh Steelers and the University of Pittsburgh, and was used for other public events. Its baseball history includes the Pirates' 1960 World Series victory, decided by Bill Mazeroski's ninth-inning home run in the final game.
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When did Forbes Field open?
Forbes Field opened in Pittsburgh on June 30, 1909. The Pittsburgh Pirates played their first game there against the Chicago Cubs.
What famous baseball moment happened at Forbes Field?
Bill Mazeroski hit a walk-off home run in Game 7 of the 1960 World Series against the New York Yankees. It was the first home run to end a World Series.
When did the Pirates leave Forbes Field?
The Pirates played their final game at Forbes Field on June 28, 1970. They then moved to Three Rivers Stadium, which opened for the 1970 season.
Can anything from Forbes Field still be seen?
Parts of the site survive near the University of Pittsburgh, including the original home-plate location and a section of the left-field wall. The remnants are especially associated with Mazeroski's 1960 home run.
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