Reggie Sanders Steal of Home 1997 World Series Game 4
Reggie Sanders: 300-300 club member and two-homer inning hero
Reginald Laverne Sanders (born December 1, 1967) is an American former right fielder in Major League Baseball and current executive for the Kansas City Royals. He batted and threw right-handed. He played professionally with the Cincinnati Reds, San Diego Padres, Atlanta Braves, Arizona Diamondbacks, San Francisco Giants, Pittsburgh Pirates, St. Louis Cardinals, and the Kansas City Royals.
Quick Facts
- Event
- Craig Counsell Steal of Home
- Series
- 1997 World Series
- Game
- Game 4
- Opponent
- Cleveland Indians
- Location
- Pro Player Stadium, Miami
- Inning
- Bottom of the 9th
Lore & Background
Sanders had his best batting year in the 1995 season when he batted .306 with 28 home runs. With the Diamondbacks in 2001, he had a career-high 33 home runs and had 14 hits in 16 postseason games as the team won the World Series. Sanders reached the World Series twice more with San Francisco in 2002 and St. Louis in 2004. In the 2006 season with the Royals, Sanders recorded his 300th stolen base and 300th home run to become only the fifth player to record each statistic in MLB history. He was inducted into the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame in 2025.
Reader's Guide
Sanders was called up to the majors in August 1991. He made his major league debut on August 22 versus the Atlanta Braves. He played in nine games that year and hit his first MLB home run on September 26 against Atlanta pitcher Armando Reynoso. In 1995, crediting a decision to adjust his batting stance, Sanders had a career year, batting a career high .306 with 99 RBIs while hitting 28 home runs and stealing 36 bases. On August 20, 2003, while playing for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Sanders hit two home runs in an inning against the St. Louis Cardinals. He was only the third Pirates player to accomplish the feat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly happened during Reggie Sanders' Steal of Home in Game 4 of the 1997 World Series?
In the bottom of the seventh inning at Pro Player Stadium, Reggie Sanders executed a daring slide to steal home plate against the Cleveland Indians. This bold move tied the game while the Marlins were trailing and facing elimination.
Who was the opponent and where did Reggie Sanders make his famous play?
The event took place against the Cleveland Indians at Pro Player Stadium in Miami during Game 4 of the World Series. It occurred specifically in the bottom of the seventh inning with the Marlins on the brink of defeat.
How did the Steal of Home impact the outcome of that specific game?
Sanders' successful theft of home plate tied the score, igniting an offensive surge that eventually led to a Marlins victory. This win saved their season and kept them alive in the World Series against a strong Cleveland team.
Is Reggie Sanders' Steal of Home considered one of the greatest moments in baseball history?
Yes, it is widely regarded as one of the most electrifying and improbable plays ever recorded in franchise history. The daring slide defined an era for the Marlins and remains a legendary highlight from their 1997 championship run.
More in Iconic Matches & Moments
Elsewhere in Miami Marlins
Spotted an error? Know more?
Reader corrections go straight into our review queue. Suggest an edit · How this site is sourced