[Nick Soulis]

Series #88



1930 New York Giants
Record: 87-67
Finish: 3rd in NL
Manager: John McGraw
Ball Park: Polo Grounds
WAR Leader: Bill Terry (7.9)
Franchise Record: 2-3
Hall of Famers: (6)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/NYG/1930.shtml

1994 Boston Red Sox
Record: 54-61
Finish: 4th in AL East
Manager: Butch Hobson
Ball Park: Fenway Park
WAR Leader: Roger Clemens (6.0)
Franchise Record: 6-1
Hall of Famers: (1)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/BOS/1994.shtml
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Giants Clean Out Sox
McGraw Motivates New York To Dispose Of Boston



Game 1
At Polo Grounds
1994 Boston Red Sox 4
1930 New York Giants 5
WP: C. Hubbell (1-0) LP: R. Clemens (0-1)
HR: None
POG: Carl Hubbell (9 IP, 7 H, 4 ER, 2 BB,1 K, 140 P)
1930 Giants Lead Series 1-0

In a captivating opener at Polo Grounds, the 1930 New York Giants claimed a thrilling 5-4 victory over the visiting 1994 Boston Red Sox to take a 1-0 lead in the series. Giants' left-hander Carl Hubbell delivered a masterful performance, going the distance with 9 innings of 7-hit ball, securing the win for his team. The pivotal moment came in the bottom of the fifth when Bob O'Farrell's clutch run-scoring single propelled the Giants to a 3-2 lead. Despite a late surge from the Red Sox, highlighted by triples from Mo Vaughn and Mike Greenwell, Hubbell's resilience and precision pitching proved too much to overcome. With Game 2 looming tomorrow at Polo Grounds, the Giants aim to extend their lead, while the Red Sox look to bounce back and even the series.

Game 2
At Polo Grounds
1994 Boston Red Sox 10
1930 New York Giants 9
WP: A. Sele (1-0) LP: B. Walker (0-1) S: T. Fossas (1)
HR: M. Vaughn (1)
POG: Mo Vaughn (2-5, HR, 4 RBI, R)
Series Tied 1-1

In a game that will be remembered for its explosive first inning, the 1994 Boston Red Sox stunned the 1930 New York Giants with a 10-run onslaught, ultimately claiming a narrow 10-9 victory to even the series at 1-1. Led by a dominant performance from first baseman Mo Vaughn, who went 2-for-5 with a home run, four RBIs, and a run scored, the Red Sox offense proved to be too much for the Giants to handle early on. Despite a valiant comeback effort by the Giants, highlighted by a six-run second inning, they ultimately fell just short. With the series now tied, both teams will look to gain an edge as they head to Fenway Park for Game 3.

Game 3
At Fenway Park
1930 New York Giants 3
1994 Boston Red Sox 1
WP: F. Fitzsimmons (1-0) LP: J. Hesketh (0-1)
HR: None
POG: Freddie Fitsimmons (9 IP, 8 H, 1 ER, 3 BB, 1 K, 115 P)
1930 Giants Lead Series 2-1

In a crucial Game 3 of the series, the 1930 New York Giants seized control with a 3-1 victory over the 1994 Boston Red Sox, taking a commanding 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven matchup. Pitcher Freddie Fitzsimmons delivered a masterful performance, throwing a complete-game shutout while allowing just one run on eight hits. The Giants offense was powered by Bill Terry, whose early triple set the tone for the game, driving in two of the three runs for New York. Despite a late surge by the Red Sox, led by Mo Vaughn's two doubles, they couldn't overcome the Giants' early lead. With momentum on their side, the Giants look to extend their lead in Game 4 at Fenway Park.

Game 4
At Fenway Park
1930 New York Giants 8
1994 Boston Red Sox 7
WP: C. Hubbell (2-0) LP: N. Minchey (0-1) S: J. Heving (1)
HR: None
POG: John Valentin (3-3, RBI, 2 BB)
1930 Giants Lead Series 3-1

In a high-stakes Game 4, the 1930 New York Giants edged closer to victory in Series 88, defeating the 1994 Boston Red Sox by a slim margin of 8-7. John Valentin emerged as the star of the game, going 3 for 3 with three singles and two walks for the Giants. Shanty Hogan's early two-run double set the tone for the Giants, who jumped to a commanding lead early in the game. Despite a late rally by the Red Sox, fueled by Mike Greenwell's two-run double, they fell just short of overcoming the Giants' lead. With the win, the Giants now hold a commanding 3-1 lead in the series as they head back to Fenway Park for Game 5.

Game 5
At Fenway Park
1930 New York Giants 2
1994 Boston Red Sox 0
WP: B. Walker (1-1) LP: R. Clemens (0-2)
HR: None
POG: Bill Walker (9 IP, 2 H, 0 ER, 4 BB, 130 P)

In a historic showdown at Fenway Park, the 1930 New York Giants clinched with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over the 1994 Boston Red Sox in Game 5 of the series. Pitcher Bill Walker delivered a masterful performance on the mound, holding the Red Sox to just 2 hits while striking out 2 batters over 9 innings. The Giants' offense capitalized early, with Freddie Lindstrom and Mel Ott each delivering crucial hits in the first inning, including Ott's two-run triple. Despite a valiant effort from the Red Sox, led by pitcher Roger Clemens, who allowed only 2 runs, the Giants' solid defense and timely hitting proved decisive. The victory sparked jubilant celebrations among the Giants players and fans, capping off a remarkable 4-1 series win. Manager John McGraw praised his team's resilience and determination, while series MVP Bill Terry expressed gratitude to the loyal fans of New York for their unwavering support.

1930 New York Giants Win Series 4 Games To 1


Series MVP:

(.409, 4 RBI, 3 R, 3 3B, .727, 1 SB)