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Nick Soulis · 11-26-2023, 03:38 PM

Series #40
Preliminary Round

1948 Chicago Cubs
Record: 64-90
Finish: 8th in the NL
Manager: Charlie Grimm
Ball Park: Wrigley Field
WAR Leader: Andy Pafko (6.1)
Hall of Famers: (0)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/CHC/1948.shtml

1971 Washington Senators
Record: 63-96
Finish: 5th in AL East
Manager: Ted Williams
Ball Park: RFK Stadium
WAR Leader: Bob Gogolewski (2.9)
Hall of Famers: (0)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/WSA/1971.shtml
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Game 1
At Wrigley Field
1971 Washington Senators 1
1948 Chicago Cubs 5
WP: B. Rush (1-0) LP: B. Gogolewski (0-1)
HR: None
POG: Bob Rush (9 IP, 5 H, 1 ER, 3 BB, 2 K, 109 P)
Andy Pafko 2 run triple

Game 2
At Wrigley Field
1971 Washington Senators 6
1948 Chicago Cubs 7
WP: B. Chipman (1-0) LP: P. Broberg (0-1)
HR: None
POG: Mike Epstein (3-4, 2B, 3B, 3 RBI, 2 R)
Cubs score 6 in bottom of ninth

Game 3
At RFK Stadium
1948 Chicago Cubs 6
1971 Washington Senators 1
WP: R. Meyer (1-0) LP: D. Bosman (0-1)
HR: R. Scheinblum (1), E. Waitkus (1)
POG: Russ Mayer (9 IP, 8 H, 1 ER, 3 BB, 3 K, W)
Senators 2 errors

Game 4
At RFK Stadium
1948 Chicago Cubs 3
1971 Washington Senators 4
WP: C. Cox (1-0) LP: C. Chambers (0-1)
HR: None
POG: Casey Cox (8.1 IP, 3 ER, 2 BB, 2 K, 101 P)
Bernie Allen 3-4, 2 RBI

Game 5
At RFK Stadium
1948 Chicago Cubs 10
1971 Washington Senators 3
WP: B. Rush (2-0) LP: B. Gogolewski (0-2)
HR: B. Nicholson (1)
POG: Bill Nicholson (2-3, HR, 2B, 3 RBI, 2 R)
Hank Schenz 3-5, 2 RBI

1948 Chicago Cubs Win Series 4 Games To 1
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Senators Make Cubs Look Great
Chicago Makes The Most Of Its Chances To Win In 5

In a captivating clash between baseball eras, the 1948 Chicago Cubs emerged victorious over the 1971 Washington Senators in a thrilling five-game playoff series. The Wrigley Field and RFK Stadium matchups showcased remarkable performances, defining moments, and an impressive display of talent from both squads.

The series kicked off at Wrigley Field, where the 1948 Cubs took control early on. Bob Rush delivered a masterful performance on the mound, pitching a complete game and allowing only one earned run. The Cubs' offense was led by Andy Pafko, who smashed a crucial two-run triple. Rush's stellar outing earned him the Player of the Game honors.

The second game was a nail-biter that showcased the resilience of the 1971 Senators. Trailing by one run in the bottom of the ninth, the Cubs orchestrated a stunning comeback, scoring six runs to secure a 7-6 victory. Mike Epstein's standout performance, going 3-for-4 with a double, triple, three RBIs, and two runs, earned him the Player of the Game nod.

As the series shifted to RFK Stadium, the 1948 Cubs continued their dominance. Pitcher Russ Meyer dazzled on the mound, limiting the Senators to just one run. Home runs by R. Scheinblum and E. Waitkus, coupled with the Senators' defensive lapses, secured a 6-1 victory for the Cubs. Meyer's complete-game effort earned him the Player of the Game distinction.

Facing elimination, the Senators fought back in Game 4, securing a hard-fought 4-3 victory. Pitcher Casey Cox delivered a stellar performance, pitching 8.1 innings and allowing only three earned runs. Bernie Allen's 3-for-4 hitting with two RBIs played a crucial role in the Senators' comeback. Cox's pitching performance earned him the Player of the Game recognition.

In the decisive Game 5, the 1948 Cubs sealed their series victory with a resounding 10-3 win. Bob Rush continued his dominance on the mound, securing his second win of the series. Bill Nicholson emerged as the hero of the game, going 2-for-3 with a home run, double, three RBIs, and two runs. Hank Schenz also contributed with a 3-for-5 performance and two RBIs. Nicholson's stellar showing earned him the Player of the Game and Series MVP honors.

With this triumph, the 1948 Chicago Cubs clinched the series, winning four games to one. The vintage series provided fans with a nostalgic look back at baseball history, showcasing the enduring talent of the 1948 Cubs against a 1971 Senators squad.

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(.400, 1 HR, 6 RBI, 2 2B, 6 R, .609 OBP)

11-26-2023, 03:38 PM	#48
Nick Soulis Hall Of Famer Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago IL Posts: 4,271	Series #40 Series #40 Preliminary Round 1948 Chicago Cubs Record: 64-90 Finish: 8th in the NL Manager: Charlie Grimm Ball Park: Wrigley Field WAR Leader: Andy Pafko (6.1) Hall of Famers: (0) https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/CHC/1948.shtml 1971 Washington Senators Record: 63-96 Finish: 5th in AL East Manager: Ted Williams Ball Park: RFK Stadium WAR Leader: Bob Gogolewski (2.9) Hall of Famers: (0) https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/WSA/1971.shtml ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Game 1 At Wrigley Field 1971 Washington Senators 1 1948 Chicago Cubs 5 WP: B. Rush (1-0) LP: B. Gogolewski (0-1) HR: None POG: Bob Rush (9 IP, 5 H, 1 ER, 3 BB, 2 K, 109 P) Andy Pafko 2 run triple Game 2 At Wrigley Field 1971 Washington Senators 6 1948 Chicago Cubs 7 WP: B. Chipman (1-0) LP: P. Broberg (0-1) HR: None POG: Mike Epstein (3-4, 2B, 3B, 3 RBI, 2 R) Cubs score 6 in bottom of ninth Game 3 At RFK Stadium 1948 Chicago Cubs 6 1971 Washington Senators 1 WP: R. Meyer (1-0) LP: D. Bosman (0-1) HR: R. Scheinblum (1), E. Waitkus (1) POG: Russ Mayer (9 IP, 8 H, 1 ER, 3 BB, 3 K, W) Senators 2 errors Game 4 At RFK Stadium 1948 Chicago Cubs 3 1971 Washington Senators 4 WP: C. Cox (1-0) LP: C. Chambers (0-1) HR: None POG: Casey Cox (8.1 IP, 3 ER, 2 BB, 2 K, 101 P) Bernie Allen 3-4, 2 RBI Game 5 At RFK Stadium 1948 Chicago Cubs 10 1971 Washington Senators 3 WP: B. Rush (2-0) LP: B. Gogolewski (0-2) HR: B. Nicholson (1) POG: Bill Nicholson (2-3, HR, 2B, 3 RBI, 2 R) Hank Schenz 3-5, 2 RBI 1948 Chicago Cubs Win Series 4 Games To 1 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Senators Make Cubs Look Great Chicago Makes The Most Of Its Chances To Win In 5 In a captivating clash between baseball eras, the 1948 Chicago Cubs emerged victorious over the 1971 Washington Senators in a thrilling five-game playoff series. The Wrigley Field and RFK Stadium matchups showcased remarkable performances, defining moments, and an impressive display of talent from both squads. The series kicked off at Wrigley Field, where the 1948 Cubs took control early on. Bob Rush delivered a masterful performance on the mound, pitching a complete game and allowing only one earned run. The Cubs' offense was led by Andy Pafko, who smashed a crucial two-run triple. Rush's stellar outing earned him the Player of the Game honors. The second game was a nail-biter that showcased the resilience of the 1971 Senators. Trailing by one run in the bottom of the ninth, the Cubs orchestrated a stunning comeback, scoring six runs to secure a 7-6 victory. Mike Epstein's standout performance, going 3-for-4 with a double, triple, three RBIs, and two runs, earned him the Player of the Game nod. As the series shifted to RFK Stadium, the 1948 Cubs continued their dominance. Pitcher Russ Meyer dazzled on the mound, limiting the Senators to just one run. Home runs by R. Scheinblum and E. Waitkus, coupled with the Senators' defensive lapses, secured a 6-1 victory for the Cubs. Meyer's complete-game effort earned him the Player of the Game distinction. Facing elimination, the Senators fought back in Game 4, securing a hard-fought 4-3 victory. Pitcher Casey Cox delivered a stellar performance, pitching 8.1 innings and allowing only three earned runs. Bernie Allen's 3-for-4 hitting with two RBIs played a crucial role in the Senators' comeback. Cox's pitching performance earned him the Player of the Game recognition. In the decisive Game 5, the 1948 Cubs sealed their series victory with a resounding 10-3 win. Bob Rush continued his dominance on the mound, securing his second win of the series. Bill Nicholson emerged as the hero of the game, going 2-for-3 with a home run, double, three RBIs, and two runs. Hank Schenz also contributed with a 3-for-5 performance and two RBIs. Nicholson's stellar showing earned him the Player of the Game and Series MVP honors. With this triumph, the 1948 Chicago Cubs clinched the series, winning four games to one. The vintage series provided fans with a nostalgic look back at baseball history, showcasing the enduring talent of the 1948 Cubs against a 1971 Senators squad. Series MVP: (.400, 1 HR, 6 RBI, 2 2B, 6 R, .609 OBP) Last edited by Nick Soulis; 11-27-2023 at 08:34 PM.