ROGER MARIS
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Maris’ longtime friend recalls 1961 season
MOORHEAD, Minn. — The Billy Crystal movie “*61” is widely regarded as a close historical interpretation of Roger Maris’ pursuit of Babe Ruth’s single-season home run record. Crystal took heart with the smallest of details.
By Jeff Kolpack , July 04, 2011
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New Yorker, son come to Fargo to donate jackets for Maris benefit auction
FARGO — For Carlo Quintiliani, the Bronx, N.Y., was an ideal location in 1961 for a 12-year-old who loved baseball.
By Eric Peterson , June 27, 2011
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Former Yankee bat boy relishes Maris years
FARGO — Even though 50 years have passed, the images, emotions and sounds remain vivid for Fred Bengis.
By Eric Peterson , June 25, 2011
Celebrations planned for anniversary of Maris record
FARGO — Several celebrations have been scheduled to commemorate the 50th anniversary of former Fargo resident and New York Yankees slugger Roger Maris’ record-breaking 61 home runs in 1961.
By Heath Hotzler , April 11, 2011
Legacy of a legend
Before he was the home run king, Maris was just another normal North Dakota kidFARGO — Roger Maris wasn’t changed by fame or notoriety. He wasn’t transformed by a record-breaking season or by Hall of Fame snubs.
By Heath Hotzler , April 09, 2011
Maris’ grave has become a landmark
FARGO — The faded, VHS production of 61 home runs was frozen into the ground, just a few inches away from the Roger Maris tombstone. The tape was not alone.
By Jeff Kolpack , April 09, 2011
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