[Nick Soulis]

Series #80



2006 St. Louis Cardinals
Record: 83-78
Finish: World Champions
Manager: Tony LaRussa
Ball Park: Busch Stadium
WAR Leader: Albert Pujols (8.5)
Franchise Record: 4-2
Hall of Famers: (1)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/STL/2006.shtml

1944 Boston Braves
Record: 65-89
Finish: 6th in NL
Manager: Bob Coleman
Ball Park: Braves Field
WAR Leader: Jim Tobin (6.2)
Franchise Record: 0-1
Hall of Famers: (0)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/BSN/1944.shtml
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Braves Leave Champ Cardinals Cooked
2006 Champs Knocked Out In Six



Game 1
At Busch Stadium
1944 Boston Braves 1
2006 St. Louis Cardinals 0
WP: A. Javery (1-0) LP: C. Carpenter (0-1) S: J. Hutchings (1)
HR: C. Workman (1)
POG: AL Javery (8 IP, 4 H, 0 ER, 3 BB, 4 K, W)
1944 Braves Lead Series 1-0

In a thrilling opening game of the best-of-seven series between the 2006 St. Louis Cardinals and the 1944 Boston Braves, the Braves emerged victorious with a narrow 1-0 win at Busch Stadium. Al Javery led the charge for the Braves, pitching 8.0 masterful innings of shutout baseball, allowing only four hits and three walks while striking out four Cardinals batters. Javery's stellar performance kept the Cardinals' potent offense at bay, securing the win for the 1944 Braves. The lone run of the game came in the fifth inning when Chipper Workman blasted a solo home run off Cardinals starter Chris Carpenter. Despite a valiant effort from Carpenter, who pitched 8.0 innings and allowed just one run, the Cardinals couldn't muster enough offense to overcome the Braves' pitching dominance. With the series now at 1-0 in favor of the 1944 Braves, both teams gear up for an intense battle in Game 2, set to take place tomorrow at Busch Stadium.

Game 2
At Busch Stadium
1944 Boston Braves 7
2006 St. Louis Cardinals 8
WP: B. Falksenborg (1-0) LP: N. Andrews (0-1) S: J. Isringhausen (1)
HR: P. Masi (1), M. Sandlock (1), C. Duncan (1)
POG: Phil Masi (3-5, HR, 3 RBI, R)
Series Tied 1-1

In a heart stopping Game 2 of the best-of-seven series between the 1944 Boston Braves and the 2006 St. Louis Cardinals, the Cardinals emerged victorious with an 8-7 win at Busch Stadium. The raucous crowd fueled the Cardinals' offense, with Phil Masi leading the charge by going 3 for 5 with a home run, two singles, two runs scored, and three RBIs. Jim Edmonds also contributed significantly, hitting a crucial run-scoring triple in the bottom of the eighth inning. Despite a late surge from the Braves, highlighted by homers from Masi and Mike Sandlock, the Cardinals held on to tie the series at 1-1. With the momentum swinging, both teams now prepare for Game 3 at Braves Field in Boston.

Game 3
At Braves Field
2006 St. Louis Cardinals 2
1944 Boston Braves 3
WP: C. Lindquist (1-0) LP: A. Reyes (0-1) J. Hutchings (2)
HR: None
POG: Anthony Reyes (7.1 IP, 3 ER, 2 BB, 3 K, 98 P)
1944 Braves Lead Series 2-1

In a tense Game 3 matchup between the 2006 St. Louis Cardinals and the 1944 Boston Braves, it was the Braves who emerged victorious with a narrow 3-2 win at Braves Field. Despite a strong pitching performance from St. Louis's Anthony Reyes, who allowed only three hits over 7.1 innings, the Cardinals fell short as the Braves capitalized on their opportunities. Boston's Clyde Kluttz drove in a crucial run with a sacrifice fly in the bottom of the seventh inning, breaking the 2-2 tie and ultimately securing the victory for the Braves. With the win, Boston now leads the series 2-1 as both teams prepare for Game 4.

Game 4
At Braves Field
2006 St. Louis Cardinals 1
1944 Boston Braves 5
WP: J. Tobin (1-0) LP: J. Suppan (0-1) S: J. Hutchings (3)
HR: None
POG: Jim Tobin (8 IP, 5 H, 1 ER, 4 BB, 3 K, 128 P)
1944 Braves Lead Series 3-1

In a pivotal Game 4 of the Series 80 between the 1944 Boston Braves and the 2006 St. Louis Cardinals, the Braves took a commanding lead with a decisive 5-1 victory. Pitcher Jim Tobin delivered a masterful performance, holding the Cardinals to just one run on five hits over 8.0 innings of work. Tobin's solid outing stifled the Cardinals' offense, giving the Braves a significant advantage in the series. Offensively, the Braves capitalized on key opportunities, with Tobin himself contributing a sacrifice fly in the bottom of the fifth inning. With the win, the 1944 Boston Braves now lead the best-of-seven series 3-1, putting them on the cusp of clinching the Series 80 title. The next game is scheduled to be played at Braves Field 1937-1945 in Boston, where the Braves will look to secure their place in baseball history.

Game 5
At Braves Field
2006 St. Louis Cardinals 5
1944 Boston Braves 1
WP: C. Carpenter (1-1) LP: A. Javery (1-1) S: J. Isringhausen (2)
HR: C. Duncan (2), A. Pujols (1)
POG: Chris Carpenter (8 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 0 BB, 10 K, 102 P)
1944 Braves Lead Series 3-2

In a pivotal Game 5 of the best-of-seven series between the 2006 St. Louis Cardinals and the 1944 Boston Braves, the 2006 Cardinals secured a crucial 5-1 victory at Braves Field. St. Louis pitcher Chris Carpenter delivered a masterful performance, tossing 8.0 innings of three-hit ball while allowing only one run. The Cardinals offense provided ample support, with Chris Duncan blasting a solo home run and Albert Pujols adding a two-run shot to power their team to victory. With this win, the Cardinals narrow the series gap to 2-3, putting pressure on the Braves as they head into Game 6 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis on Sunday, October 8th, 2006.

Game 6
At Busch Stadium
1944 Boston Braves 4
2006 St. Louis Cardinals 3 (16 inn)
WP: C. Lindquist (2-0) LP: B. Thompson (0-1)
HR: P. Masi (2), J. Edmonds (1)
POG: Phil Masi (3-6, HR, 2 RBI, R)

1944 Boston Braves WIn Series 4 Games To 2


Series MVP:

(.368, 2 HR, 8 RBI, 4 R, 2 2B, .420 OBP)