A postseason ticket from Roberto Clemente’s final major league game, months before anyone knew it would be his last.
Why This Ticket Matters
On October 11, 1972, the Cincinnati Reds defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 4 to 3 in the deciding fifth game of the National League Championship Series at Riverfront Stadium. The Reds scored twice in the ninth inning to win the pennant.
Roberto Clemente recorded a hit in the game, the final appearance of his Hall of Fame career. He died on December 31, 1972, when the aircraft carrying him on a humanitarian relief mission to Nicaragua crashed shortly after takeoff.
This ticket marks an unexpected ending. It connects Clemente’s final day on a major league field with a life remembered for both baseball excellence and service to others.
Seller’s note: Historical information in this “Why This Ticket Matters” section is presented for general context and has not been independently verified for correctness.
Ticket Details
- Date: October 11, 1972
- Event: 1972 National League Championship Series Game 5
- Teams: Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
- Venue: Riverfront Stadium, Cincinnati
- Final score: Reds 4, Pirates 3
- Significance: Roberto Clemente’s final major league game
- Authentication: PSA
Condition: Vintage ticket stubs may show wear from age and handling, such as creases, edge wear, small tears, markings, stains, fading, or paper loss. We describe each ticket as fairly as we can. Please review the photos, and feel free to contact us with any questions before purchasing.
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1972 NLCS, Game 5, Roberto Clemente's Final Game-PSA
A postseason ticket from Roberto Clemente’s final major league game, months before anyone knew it would be his last.
Why This Ticket Matters
On October 11, 1972, the Cincinnati Reds defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 4 to 3 in the deciding fifth game of the National League Championship Series at Riverfront Stadium. The Reds scored twice in the ninth inning to win the pennant.
Roberto Clemente recorded a hit in the game, the final appearance of his Hall of Fame career. He died on December 31, 1972, when the aircraft carrying him on a humanitarian relief mission to Nicaragua crashed shortly after takeoff.
This ticket marks an unexpected ending. It connects Clemente’s final day on a major league field with a life remembered for both baseball excellence and service to others.
Seller’s note: Historical information in this “Why This Ticket Matters” section is presented for general context and has not been independently verified for correctness.
Ticket Details
- Date: October 11, 1972
- Event: 1972 National League Championship Series Game 5
- Teams: Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
- Venue: Riverfront Stadium, Cincinnati
- Final score: Reds 4, Pirates 3
- Significance: Roberto Clemente’s final major league game
- Authentication: PSA
Condition: Vintage ticket stubs may show wear from age and handling, such as creases, edge wear, small tears, markings, stains, fading, or paper loss. We describe each ticket as fairly as we can. Please review the photos, and feel free to contact us with any questions before purchasing.