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Yankee Stadium

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Yankee Stadium, 2001

President Bush inspires nation by throwing out first pitch of World Series Game 3 after 9/11.

Beforehand, Derek Jeter warned Bush not to bounce the pitch "or they'll boo you." Not to worry. Many presidents have thrown out the first pitch before a big game, but none showed such good form as when Bush fired a strike to home -- and to American pride.

THE WAVE

It's finally settled. We know where the wave first started. In Oakland ... and Seattle.
Doug Williams »

HONORABLE MENTIONS

The Next 10
Best Moments

Not every moment can be in the top 50, of course. Here are the honorable mentions that didn't make the cut. Caple/Dorsey »

VIDEO: HAVE YOU SEEN...?

TEST OF TIME

What are the 10 most historic North American stadiums still in use? Paul Donaldson »

STADIUM 50

A Look Into
The Future

What's the future of stadiums? Food delivered to your seat? Assigned parking? Gambling on every play? Those are just a few. Darren Rovell »