61

From BR Bullpen

61 is the number of home runs hit in 1961 by Roger Maris of the New York Yankees, to break Babe Ruth's record of 60 set in 1927. Maris's record would stand until surpassed in 1998 by Mark McGwire who finished with 70.

Also part of the name of a movie by Billy Crystal: 61*.

[edit] Notable players who have worn this number

• Bronson Arroyo
• Livan Hernandez
• Chan Ho Park