Historical Events
- MLB American League Championship: New York Yankees beat Kansas City Royals, 3 games to 2
- Soyuz 25 launched to Saluyt 6, but returned after failing to dock
- Yanks rally for 3 in 9th & beat Royals 5-3 for pennant #31
Famous Birthdays
- Brian Roberts, American baseball second baseman (MLB All-Star 2005, 07; AL stolen base leader 2007; Baltimore Orioles), born in Durham, North Carolina
About October 9, 1977
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 6 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: You Light Up My Life - Debby Boone
#1 Song: Silver Lady - David Soul
