Gibby & Eck extended version

[@arcticdoc]

Doesn't get much better than this

[@hhluvzmagik]

It hurts to see how Gibby was struggling with his Parkinson's Disease even back then. That aside, my heart cannot handle the pure beauty of these 2 gentleman and GOAT's reminiscing over the greatest sports moment in LA history.

[@leonidas7281]

He needs that cannabis oil

[@benparker6825]

I am in awe of how Eckersley(HOF) still let's Gibson have the moment. Both guys are total pro's. Thanks for posting this and send my best to both of these Great Players!!

[@babylonian.captivity]

Man. Eckersley is classy af. Just so full of grace. That was beautiful to watch.

[@kennykaufman8263]

This video belongs in the Hall of Fame

[@waynejohanson1083]

Eckersley is pure class, shows no bitterness towards Kirk over that home run.

[@ButOneThingIsNeedful]

Never knew I was an Eckersley fan, but I guess I am. Class.

[@uncletony6210]

Yep.

[@jimchambers9654]

This is one of the best discussions between two great players that I have experienced. Class guys who represent the best of baseball.

[@Gr8Layks]

Eckersley is a class act. Both of them are, actually. Much respect.

[@brianforbes8325]

Ditto to all the comments here about these two guys being class acts, and I would add that we should all wish Kirk Gibson the very best in his battle against Parkinson's Disease.

[@DaveDurango]

1988, these two men became the embodiment of the most thrilling of highs and most pathetic of lows. Love both of these guys.

[@iggypopisgod9]

Dennis was a great sport to do this. Kirk is a Michigan legend, both in baseball and football (MSU). Kirk has an astounding memory, as do both guys. Kirk listed all of Dennis’ accolades, and then asked “wanna trade” (careers)? That was a cool compliment

[@frankmanto670]

Great job by Eck. He could've easily been bitter all of these years.....but he's learned to have fun with it.

[@eliexercaraballo9741]

That's wath baseball is all about when you are long retired, these two great ones discuss their encounters.

[@richardoki8320]

Two great players talking about one of the greatest moments in baseball history

[@butch1dc]

This is so great. 2 ridiculously intense competitors reflecting. Anyone who has ever played the game can enjoy this.

[@arturocastro5849]

awesome, two great gentleman and ballplayers

[@johnbrandt7024]

You know, I hate watching that homerun, listening to Vin Scully's call, But this interview is fantastic. Both Kirk and Eck have such honest respect for each other and humor/perspective on the whole thing. This is priceless.

[@stevescheel8807]

So glad I ran across this video. I grew up a lifelong Dodgers fan in the L.A. area and my wife grew up in the East Bay as a HUGE A's fan. We didn't know each other at the time, but years later we talked about this moment. Although it was for different reasons, we agreed that we both cried when Gibby hit that homer. Awesome memories.

[@mediascribble]

This is one of the greatest talks with the players that were up against each other in one of greatest plays in modern baseball, or all-time baseball for that matter.

[@jimkramer8138]

2 living legends! priceless!

[@WestCoastAthletic]

What a class act, these two. Reminiscing over one of the greatest moments in sports history!! .

[@Jeff-bz6jp]

Great gentleman discussing a great moment. I STILL cannot believe that ball traveled that far. Magic.

[@fitcwebb]

Pure adrenaline from the excitement of the moment fueled the power into that swing. Amazing

[@mikevannuys]

What makes it so great is that they were the players involved. It made the moment all the more better

[@deweyoxburger2963]

I love both these guys PERIOD

[@mikevannuys]

The best moment it sports history

[@DinduSumthin]

1 of

[@raybarsamian5221]

Yes. Mike you are right. It is the single greatest moment of the 20th Century in American sports.

[@bradwesley8419]

Outstanding guys, classic conversation!

[@buzzawuzza3743]

Eks got a lot of class.

[@oconnor1951]

Two greats of my generation!! Thanks for posting!!!

[@petec6727]

Two great guys. Parkinson's Disease, very sad.

[@DiamondPaintWithDiamondDave]

Such an amazing career, and Eck will always be remembered for the guy who delivered the pitch to Gibson

[@williamlozier5454]

This was classic!

[@russ5896]

Great Interview

[@12yearssober]

Class acts

[@esteban1487]

Thanks guys. 🙂

[@joeyv47]

Gibby is my favorite athlete of all time. Love ya Kirk! Waterford MI loves you! Your a hero!!!!

[@randyjames693]

Eck is the Coolest

[@timothyhilton3408]

Love how Eck reflects back on the walk before Gibson as being the key lynchpin that led to that home run. I was watching the clip of that game before I saw this interview and that walk led to Eck having to throw to first 3-4 times and then worry about the runner when he finally stole second. Eck lost just a bit of his focus and momentum. Eck also underestimated Gibson. as he infers in the conversation. Thats all it took. That being said, Eck is one of the greatest closer's of all time and found redemption the following year with a World Series Championship. Much deserved!! Great conversation!

[@donaldzinman2184]

I have been an A's fan since 1982. Eckersely rarely walked any batters; if he did, that was a warning sign that he didn't quite have his commanding stuff for that outing. If you look back on the rare times when he blew saves, you can see that it always started with a walk.

[@zerofckz6158]

THE BEST.

[@kmankevin9192]

Love Ecks ability to talk about what is arguably the worst point of his career. What is rarely mentioned is Kirks determination to fight during this "at-bat"

[@matthewbingham8824]

Go watch Ecks life story, and you will realize this is NOT anywhere close to his worst point of his career. The A's fell apart after game 1, just as they did in the 1990 world series. Eck is hands down the most dominant relief pitcher in the past 50 years!

[@Dan-nt2yb]

Gold.⭐️

[@wonglee2424]

Kirk was right he was a wild man when he was an active ball player he had a temper we covered him when he came into Oakland when he was with the Tigers he was crazy talking to media some nights. But look at him here he's a total class act.

[@12yearssober]

@Paul Steinwall He has Parkinson’s disease

[@matthewbingham8824]

Eck's 89 team would sweep Kirks 84 team so easily.

[@waynejohanson1083]

No way was he showing up the pitcher, that was just pure emotion coming out.

[@leilanirocks]

This was great. ❤ these guys. Even though it’s the “extended version”, it really is a shame they cut it off just before they started beating the living crap out of each other. I would have loved to see that entire ending! 😂

[@MichaelTeniente]

Yes, that homerun, to Dodgers fans, was the series. Yeah, after that homer, it was like...no, we're not losing this series. And Kirk Gibson was the MVP.

[@waynejohanson1083]

The A's were never the same after that.

[@PakRT48]

Outstanding. Next please do an Eck & Alomar.

[@waynejohanson1083]

Or how about Carter and Williams.

[@Steve_643]

A couple class acts

[@thereilneid2868]

All the reasons that i love sport's

[@duanedorman6134]

I think what Ecersley is saying is “You beat me fair and square.”

[@theleastsignificantbit4794]

I miss this era of baseball.

[@normanvictor2561]

A Champion all star hall of fame pitcher And a champion all star world class athlete in football and baseball Gibson should be in the hall of fame, and definitely Mattingly Munson Hernandez Tiant Guidry Parker Garvey Allen If they’re putting in slugs like Mcgriff Baines Ortiz mussina mazeroski piazza then bust open thE HOF gates for REAL HEROES NOW!!!

[@troytodd79]

I was 11 years old and saw this on TV live. I hated Dennis Eckersley.( I was just a dumb kid that thought he looked like a jerk) I love getting older and wiser. Poor Dennis Eckersley was saddled with this one AB for 30 years. It is really unfair that this has overshadowed his Stellar career. Mr. Eckersley you are a Class Act. I take back every mean thought I had about you. The only problem is now the clips not as fun to watch because I know who you are as a person!!

[@waynejohanson1083]

If Eckersley does not become a closer he does not make it to the hall of fame.

[@PEBelarus]

I think I might have had something to do with this moment. It's not crazy but maybe it is. I just want to say that both of you guys were outstanding ball players and it was a pleasure to be a baseball fan at this time if nothing else. But all this being said, I think I had something to do with this home run.

[@raybassman7536]

Gibby and Eck right here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGXRqIB6j76Liqs

[@BrianLennon-jk6rj]

Gibson could have been called for batter interference on davis steal on pitch before hr......on lighter note...i have an uncle who looks just like eck....

[@CountShockula]

Gibson isn't in the MLB HOF? C'mon

[@matthewbingham8824]

lol he is not even close to HOF material.

[@dwainsellers6453]

@@matthewbingham8824 your high dude. Oh you weren't even a gleem in your daddy's eye when he hit that home run . Best sports moment ever called by the best sportscaster ever!

[@MineralGPK]

His numbers were mediocre

[@travisp5747]

@@dwainsellers6453you’re the high one lmao iconic moment? Yes. Strong gritty player? Yes. HOF? Absolutely not. And it’s not even close

[@patricklane9357]

Kirk was worried about showing eck up running around 2nd base......NOW these generation Zero's that play the game do cart wheels after hitting home runs. TOTAL DISREPECTING the game i love, sincerely old school only school!! Get it together kids

[@Grandtrunk]

As of 2022, Parkinsons has really taken a toll on Gibby

[@charlesmurphy3222]

The 1988 Los Angeles Dodgers had the most guts ever for a World Series champion. Kirk Gibson had THE WORST stats ever for a Most Valuable Player player in a season. It was an award for willing a team to do the impossible not once (Giants), not twice (Mets) but three times (Athletics).

[@duanedorman6134]

Gibson does not sound right.

[@victorrobles7537]

He has Parkinson's Disease

[@mrbillyb1966]

ICONS.

[@DinduSumthin]

Does Gibson have Wet-Brain 🍺

[@chipgriffiths3655]

He has Parkinson's disease. It's only been in the news for three years.

[@bcranford714]

Come on the man have Parkinson’s