[Nick Soulis]

Series #101



1986 Boston Red Sox
Record: 95-66
Finish: Lost in WS
Manager: John McNamara
Ball Park: Fenway Park
WAR Leader: Roger Clemens (8.8)
Franchise Record: 6-2
Hall of Famers: (3)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/BOS/1986.shtml

2005 St. Louis Cardinals
Record: 100-62
Finish: Lost in NLCS
Manager: Tony LaRussa
Ball Park: Busch Stadium
WAR Leader: Albert Pujols (8.4)
Franchise Record: 5-3
Hall of Famers: (2)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/STL/2005.shtml

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Redemption For Storied Sox Club
1986 Boston Holds Off 100 Win Cards In Seven



Game 1
At Fenway Park
2005 St. Louis Cardinals 5
1986 Boston Red Sox 7
WP: R. Clemens (1-0) LP: C. Carpenter (0-1) S: B. Stanley (1)
HR: L. Walker (1), J. Edmonds (1)
POG: Luis Quinones (2-3, 3 RBI, R)
1986 Red Sox Lead Series 1-0

In the opening game of the Series #101 between the 2005 St. Louis Cardinals and the 1986 Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, the 1986 Red Sox secured a 7-5 victory over the visiting Cardinals. Boston shortstop Rey Quinones led the way with a stellar performance, going 2 for 3 with 3 RBIs and a run scored. The Red Sox rallied in the bottom of the seventh inning, with Rich Gedman delivering a crucial run-scoring single to put them ahead 6-5. Despite the Cardinals' efforts, including home runs from Jim Edmonds and Larry Walker, they couldn't overcome Boston's late surge. With the win, the 1986 Red Sox take a 1-0 lead in the best-of-seven series, with the next game scheduled for tomorrow at Fenway Park.

Game 2
At Fenway Park
2005 St. Louis Cardinals 8
1986 Boston Red Sox 0
WP: M. Morris (1-0) LP: B. Hurst (0-1)
HR: M. Grudzielanek (1), S. Rolen (1), Y. Molina (1)
POG: Matt Morris (7.1 IP, 5 H, 2 BB,1 K, 104 P)
Series Tied 1-1

In a dominant performance, the 2005 St. Louis Cardinals shut out the 1986 Boston Red Sox 8-0 in Game 2 of the 1986 Series #101 at Fenway Park. Starter Matt Morris led the way with 7.1 innings of scoreless baseball, allowing only five hits and striking out one. Mark Grudzielanek's two-run homer in the third inning set the tone for the Cardinals' offense, which was supported by additional home runs from Scott Rolen and Yadier Molina. The win evens the series at 1-1, with the next game scheduled for Saturday, at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. Manager Tony LaRussa praised his team's effort, emphasizing the importance of the victory.

Game 3
At Busch Stadium
1986 Boston Red Sox 3
2005 St. Louis Cardinals 11
WP: C. Eldred (1-0) LP: O. Boyd (0-1)
HR: J. Edmonds 2 (3), A. Pujols (1)
POG: Albert Pujols (3-4, HR, 4 RBI, 3 R, BB)
2005 Cardinals Lead Series 2-1

In Game 3 of the Series #101 between the 1986 Boston Red Sox and the 2005 St. Louis Cardinals, the Cardinals emerged victorious with a dominant 11-3 win over the Red Sox. St. Louis first baseman Albert Pujols led the offensive charge, going 3 for 4 with a home run, 2 singles, and a walk, driving in 4 runs and scoring 3 himself. The turning point came in the bottom of the seventh inning when Chris Duncan delivered a crucial run-scoring single to give the Cardinals a 4-3 lead. From there, the Cardinals piled on the runs, powered by two home runs from Jim Edmonds, ultimately sealing their victory and taking a 2-1 series lead. The next game is scheduled to be played at Busch Stadium in St. Louis.

Game 4
At Busch Stadium
1986 Boston Red Sox 4
2005 St. Louis Cardinals 2
WP: R. Wodward (1-0) LP: T. Borland (0-1) S: B. Stanley (2)
HR: D. Evans (1), R. Gedman (1), C. Duncan (1), T. Borland (1)
POG: Rob Woodward (8 IP, 7 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 1 K, 91 P)
Series Tied 2-2

In a pivotal Game 4 at Busch Stadium, the 1986 Boston Red Sox battled the 2005 St. Louis Cardinals, ultimately coming out on top with a 4-2 victory to even the Series #101 at 2-2. The Red Sox owed much of their success to starting pitcher Rob Woodward, who delivered an outstanding performance, tossing 8.0 innings of 7-hit ball, allowing only one earned run. Marty Barrett's run-scoring single in the top of the fifth inning proved crucial, putting the Red Sox ahead 2-1. Barrett finished the game with a double and a single in five at-bats. With the series now tied, both teams prepare for a critical Game 5 tomorrow at Busch Stadium in St. Louis.

Game 5
At Busch Stadium
1986 Boston Red Sox 7
2005 St. Louis Cardinals 3
WP: R. Clemens (2-0) LP: C. Carpenter (0-2)
HR: T. Armas 2 (2)
POG: Tony Arms (2-4, 2 HR, 3 RBI, 2 R)
1986 Boston Lead Series 3-2

In a crucial Game 5 at Busch Stadium, the 1986 Boston Red Sox emerged victorious, defeating the 2005 St. Louis Cardinals with a commanding 7-3 win to take a 3-2 lead in the Series #101. Tony Armas, the Red Sox center fielder, was the standout player of the night, smashing two home runs and tallying three RBIs to lead his team to victory. Don Baylor also made a significant contribution with a timely 2-run double in the fourth inning to extend the Red Sox lead. Despite a late surge from the Cardinals, including a 2-run double by Scott Rolen, it wasn't enough to overcome the Red Sox's lead. With the series now shifting back to Fenway Park, the Cardinals find themselves trailing and facing elimination in Game 6.

Game 6
At Fenway Park
2005 St. Louis Cardinals 7
1986 Boston Red Sox 5
WP: A. Wainwright (1-0) LP: B. Stanley (0-1) S: J. Isringhausen (1)
HR: C. Duncan (2), J. Edmonds (4), A. Pujols (2), R. Quinones (1)
POG: Mark Grudzielanek (3-3, RBI, R)
Series Tied 3-3

In a tense Game 6 at Fenway Park, the 2005 St. Louis Cardinals emerged victorious, defeating the 1986 Boston Red Sox 7-5 to tie the Series #101 at 3-3. St. Louis second baseman Mark Grudzielanek played a crucial role, going 3-3 with three singles and a walk. The Cardinals' win was sealed by a clutch 2-run home run from Chris Duncan in the top of the ninth inning, breaking a tie and putting St. Louis ahead for good. Despite a resilient effort from the Red Sox, including multi-hit performances from Bill Buckner, Dwight Evans, and Jim Rice, they couldn't overcome the Cardinals' offensive firepower. With the series now tied, both teams head into a decisive Game 7 with everything on the line.

Game 7
At Fenway Park
2005 St. Louis Cardinals 2
1986 Boston Red Sox 7
WP: O. Boyd (1-1) LP: J. Suppan (0-1) S: B. Stanley (3)
HR: Y. Molina (2), J. Rice (1)
POG: Wade Boggs (2-3, 2 RBI, 2 R)

In a thrilling Game 7 at Fenway Park, the 1986 Boston Red Sox clinched the Series #101 by defeating the 2005 St. Louis Cardinals 7-2. Boston erupted with a three-run fourth inning, highlighted by a clutch home run from Jim Rice with two outs. Wade Boggs also contributed with a two-run double in the same inning. Despite the Cardinals' efforts, including a solo home run by Yadier Molina in the seventh, they couldn't overcome the Red Sox's strong pitching and timely hitting. Red Sox starter Oil Can Boyd delivered a solid performance, allowing only two runs over 7.1 innings, while the bullpen closed the door to secure the victory. Manager John McNamara praised his team's resilience and the support of the city's passionate fans.

1986 Boston Red Sox WIn Series 4 Game To 3

Series MVP:

(.370, 2 HR, 5 RBI, 3 2B, .433 OBP, 1.137 OPS)