May 5 in Yankees History: Fans at Yankee Stadium throw dozens of newly created “Reggie” bars onto the field (1977)

On May 5, 1977, fans at Yankee Stadium throw dozens of newly created “Reggie” bars onto the field, halting play momentarily. Fans had been given free samples of the candy bars, which are named after New York Yankees star Reggie Jackson. It all started with a remark that Reggie Jackson made while he

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