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Nick Soulis · 10-03-2023, 08:06 AM

Series #10
Preliminary Round

1915 St. Louis Cardinals
Record: 72-81
Finish: 6th in NL
Manager: Miller Huggins
Ball Park: Robison Field
WAR Leader: Frank Snyder (5.3)
Hall of Famers: (2)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/STL/1915.shtml

1964 New York Mets
Record: 53-109
Finish: 10th in NL
Manager: Casey Stengel
Ball Park: Shea Stadium
WAR Leader: Ron Hunt (3.2)
Hall of Famers: (0)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/NYM/1964.shtml
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Robison Park, Robison Field, and Shea Stadium - In a time-defying spectacle that captivated baseball enthusiasts and rewrote the annals of the sport's history, the 1915 St. Louis Cardinals and the 1964 New York Mets went head-to-head in a thrilling seven-game series. The 1915 Cardinals, led by their player-manager Miller Huggins, emerged victorious in an epic clash that featured dramatic moments, stellar performances, and an unforgettable inside-the-park walk-off home run.

Game 1: 1964 Mets Take the Lead

The series commenced at Robison Park, and it was the 1964 New York Mets who drew first blood. They secured a 4-1 victory, thanks to a strong pitching performance by Carl Willey and a crucial two-run triple by Ed Kranepool. Willey pitched a complete game, striking out one and allowing only one earned run.

Game 2: Cardinals Bounce Back

Robison Field hosted the second game, and the 1915 Cardinals evened the series at 1-1 with a convincing 3-0 win. Slim Sallee's pitching masterpiece, a complete-game shutout with three strikeouts, set the tone for the Cardinals. Bob Bescher's two-run single provided the necessary offensive firepower for the Redbirds.

Game 3: Mets Rally at Shea Stadium

The series shifted to Shea Stadium, where the Mets took a 2-1 series lead. The Mets' Jack Fisher pitched a complete game and allowed only three earned runs, earning the Player of the Game honor. Dots Miller was the offensive star for the Mets, going 2-for-3 with three RBIs, helping his team to a 5-4 victory.

Game 4: Mets Rally Again

The Mets continued their resurgence in Game 4 at Shea Stadium. They came from behind , winning 6-3. A key late-game rally that saw the Mets score six unanswered runs secured the victory. It was a seesaw battle, with the Mets erasing an early 3-0 deficit. Carl Willey picked up his second win of the series, showcasing his durability and clutch pitching. Mets Lead the series commanding a 3-1 series lead.

Game 5: Cardinals Regain the Lead

Back at Shea Stadium, the Cardinals took a 3-2 victory. Slim Sallee earned his second win of the series with another dominant performance. The game was characterized by strong pitching and timely hitting, ultimately swinging in favor of the Cardinals.

Game 6: Mets Force a Decisive Game

Facing elimination, the Mets returned to Robison Field and extended the series with a 5-8 victory. Hank Robinson was the hero for the Mets, pitching a stellar seven innings while allowing just one earned run. A late-game push by the Mets, highlighted by Amado Samuel's two errors, secured the win and forced a Game 7.

Game 7: Inside-the-Park Walk-off Drama

The grand finale unfolded at Robison Field, and it was a game for the ages. In the bottom of the 13th inning, with the series hanging in the balance, player-manager Miller Huggins provided a moment that will be etched in baseball lore. Huggins hit an inside-the-park walk-off home run, delivering a 6-5 victory for the 1915 Cardinals and clinching the series.

Dots Miller's Remarkable Batting

Throughout the series, Dots Miller was a standout performer for the 1915 Cardinals. He finished the series with an incredible batting average of .520, making crucial contributions with his bat that propelled the Cardinals to victory.

Conclusion

The 1915 St. Louis Cardinals and the 1964 New York Mets showcased the enduring appeal of baseball and its timeless moments. This series, spanning generations, provided fans with unforgettable drama, intense competition, and a historic walk-off home run that will be remembered for centuries.

1915 St. Louis Cardinals Win The Series 4 Games To 3

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(13/25, 5 RBI, 5 R, 2 2B, 1 3B, 1 SB, 1.218 OPS)

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Nick Soulis Hall Of Famer Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago IL Posts: 4,114 Blog Entries: 2	Series #10 Series #10 Preliminary Round 1915 St. Louis Cardinals Record: 72-81 Finish: 6th in NL Manager: Miller Huggins Ball Park: Robison Field WAR Leader: Frank Snyder (5.3) Hall of Famers: (2) https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/STL/1915.shtml 1964 New York Mets Record: 53-109 Finish: 10th in NL Manager: Casey Stengel Ball Park: Shea Stadium WAR Leader: Ron Hunt (3.2) Hall of Famers: (0) https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/NYM/1964.shtml -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Robison Park, Robison Field, and Shea Stadium - In a time-defying spectacle that captivated baseball enthusiasts and rewrote the annals of the sport's history, the 1915 St. Louis Cardinals and the 1964 New York Mets went head-to-head in a thrilling seven-game series. The 1915 Cardinals, led by their player-manager Miller Huggins, emerged victorious in an epic clash that featured dramatic moments, stellar performances, and an unforgettable inside-the-park walk-off home run. Game 1: 1964 Mets Take the Lead The series commenced at Robison Park, and it was the 1964 New York Mets who drew first blood. They secured a 4-1 victory, thanks to a strong pitching performance by Carl Willey and a crucial two-run triple by Ed Kranepool. Willey pitched a complete game, striking out one and allowing only one earned run. Game 2: Cardinals Bounce Back Robison Field hosted the second game, and the 1915 Cardinals evened the series at 1-1 with a convincing 3-0 win. Slim Sallee's pitching masterpiece, a complete-game shutout with three strikeouts, set the tone for the Cardinals. Bob Bescher's two-run single provided the necessary offensive firepower for the Redbirds. Game 3: Mets Rally at Shea Stadium The series shifted to Shea Stadium, where the Mets took a 2-1 series lead. The Mets' Jack Fisher pitched a complete game and allowed only three earned runs, earning the Player of the Game honor. Dots Miller was the offensive star for the Mets, going 2-for-3 with three RBIs, helping his team to a 5-4 victory. Game 4: Mets Rally Again The Mets continued their resurgence in Game 4 at Shea Stadium. They came from behind , winning 6-3. A key late-game rally that saw the Mets score six unanswered runs secured the victory. It was a seesaw battle, with the Mets erasing an early 3-0 deficit. Carl Willey picked up his second win of the series, showcasing his durability and clutch pitching. Mets Lead the series commanding a 3-1 series lead. Game 5: Cardinals Regain the Lead Back at Shea Stadium, the Cardinals took a 3-2 victory. Slim Sallee earned his second win of the series with another dominant performance. The game was characterized by strong pitching and timely hitting, ultimately swinging in favor of the Cardinals. Game 6: Mets Force a Decisive Game Facing elimination, the Mets returned to Robison Field and extended the series with a 5-8 victory. Hank Robinson was the hero for the Mets, pitching a stellar seven innings while allowing just one earned run. A late-game push by the Mets, highlighted by Amado Samuel's two errors, secured the win and forced a Game 7. Game 7: Inside-the-Park Walk-off Drama The grand finale unfolded at Robison Field, and it was a game for the ages. In the bottom of the 13th inning, with the series hanging in the balance, player-manager Miller Huggins provided a moment that will be etched in baseball lore. Huggins hit an inside-the-park walk-off home run, delivering a 6-5 victory for the 1915 Cardinals and clinching the series. Dots Miller's Remarkable Batting Throughout the series, Dots Miller was a standout performer for the 1915 Cardinals. He finished the series with an incredible batting average of .520, making crucial contributions with his bat that propelled the Cardinals to victory. Conclusion The 1915 St. Louis Cardinals and the 1964 New York Mets showcased the enduring appeal of baseball and its timeless moments. This series, spanning generations, provided fans with unforgettable drama, intense competition, and a historic walk-off home run that will be remembered for centuries. 1915 St. Louis Cardinals Win The Series 4 Games To 3 Series MVP: (13/25, 5 RBI, 5 R, 2 2B, 1 3B, 1 SB, 1.218 OPS) Last edited by Nick Soulis; 10-04-2023 at 07:36 AM.