Nicolaus Mills : September 28 marks 51st anniversary of Williams .400 season . The home run was the perfect stage exit , but as Williams trotted around the bases with his head down , he made no effort to dwell on the drama of the moment . Mills says Williams told lyrical story of John Updike ' final game . Williams hit a homerun in his last at bat , delighting a sparse crowd . Williams declined to acknowledge the cheers of the fans .
Nicolaus Mills : September 28 marks 51st anniversary of Williams .400 season . Mills says Williams told lyrical story of John Updike ' final game . Williams hit a homerun in his last at bat , delighting a sparse crowd . Williams declined to acknowledge the cheers of the fans .