[Nick Soulis]

Series #103



1985 Oakland Athletics
Record: 77-85
Finish: 4th in AL West
Manager: Jackie Moore
Ball Park: Oakland Coliseum
WAR Leader: Mike Davis (4.7)
Franchise Record: 3-9
Hall of Famers: (1)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/OAK/1985.shtml

1958 Kansas City Athletics
Record: 73-81
Finish: 7th in AL
Manager: Harry Craft
Ball Park: Municipal Stadium
WAR Leader: Bob Cerv (6.4)
Franchise Record: 3-9
Hall of Famers: (0)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/KCA/1958.shtml
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Oakland Power Past Fellow Athletics
Kingman Leads Charge In Five Game Win



Game 1
At Oakland Coliseum
1958 Kansas City Athletics 4
1985 Oakland Athletics 7
WP: J. Rijo (1-0) LP: R. Terry (0-1) S: M. Norris (1)
HR: B. Cerv (1), D. Kingman 2 (2)
POG: Dave Kingman (3-4, 2 HR, 2 RBI, 3 R)
1985 Athletics Lead Series 1-0

In the opening game of the best-of-seven series between the 1958 Kansas City A's and the 1985 Oakland A's, it was the 1985 Oakland team that emerged victorious with a 7-4 win at Oakland Coliseum. Dave Kingman led the charge for the 1985 A's, slamming two home runs, scoring three runs, and driving in two. The game was tightly contested until the bottom of the sixth inning when Alfredo Griffin's two-run single broke the deadlock, putting the 1985 A's ahead 5-3. Despite a late rally by the 1958 A's, sparked by Bob Cerv's seventh-inning homer, the 1985 A's held on for the win. With solid pitching from starter Jose Rijo and closer Mike Norris, the 1985 A's took a 1-0 lead in the series. The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Oakland Coliseum.

Game 2
At Oakland Coliseum
1958 Kansas City Athletics 1
1985 Oakland Athletics 5
WP: D. Sutton (1-0) LP: R. Herbert (0-1)
HR: D. Kingman (3)
POG: Don Sutton (9 IP, 5 H, 1 ER, 2 BB, 3 K, 109 P)
1985 Athletics Lead Series 2-0

In a dominating performance, the 1985 Oakland Athletics secured a 5-1 victory over the 1958 Kansas City Athletics in Game 2 of the Series #103. Veteran pitcher Don Sutton led the way for Oakland '85, baffling the Kansas City lineup with a complete-game gem, allowing only 1 run on 5 hits while striking out 3 and walking 2. The '85 Athletics got off to a quick start, with Dave Kingman launching a two-run homer in the first inning off Kansas City starter Ray Herbert. The '58 Athletics managed to score their lone run in the fifth inning, but it wasn't enough to overcome Oakland's offense. Chris Lansford and Bruce Bochte each contributed with RBI doubles, while Mike Heath added a sacrifice fly. With the win, the 1985 Athletics now lead the series 2-0. Game 3 is set to take place at KC Municipal Stadium 1955-1964 in Kansas City.

Game 3
At Municipal Stadium
1985 Oakland Athletics 1
1958 Kansas City Athletics 2
WP: A. Kellner (1-0) LP: C. Codiroli (0-1) J. Tsitouris (1)
HR: M. Davis (1)
POG: Alex Kellner (7 IP, 4 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 3 K, 69 P)
1985 Athletics Lead Series 2-1

In a tense Game 3 at KC Municipal Stadium, the 1958 Kansas City Athletics managed to edge out the 1985 Oakland Athletics with a final score of 2-1. Pitcher Alex Kellner was the hero for the 1958 Athletics, delivering 7 strong innings of 4-hit ball. Vic Power's run-scoring sacrifice fly in the third inning provided the winning run for Kansas City. Despite Mark Davis' solo home run for Oakland in the fourth inning, they couldn't muster enough offense to overcome the deficit. With this crucial win, the 1958 Athletics narrow the series gap to 2-1, with the next game set to be played tomorrow at the same venue.

Game 4
At Municipal Stadium
1985 Oakland Athletics 7
1958 Kansas City Athletics 4
WP: B. Krueger (1-0) LP: D. Maas (0-1) S: J. Howell (1)
HR: B. Davis (1)
POG: Dave Kingman (2-4, 2 RBI, BB)
1985 Athletics Lead Series 3-1

In a pivotal Game 4 at KC Municipal Stadium, the 1985 Oakland Athletics rallied past the 1958 Kansas City Athletics with a final score of 7-4, taking a commanding 3-1 lead in the Series #103. Dave Kingman led the charge for Oakland with a 2-hit performance, including two singles and two RBIs. Dusty Baker's crucial pinch-hit triple in the sixth inning turned the tide in favor of the 1985 Athletics, who capitalized on timely hitting to secure the win. Despite the loss, Kansas City showed resilience, but now faces a must-win situation in Game 5.

Game 5
At Municipal Stadium
1985 Oakland Athletics 5
1958 Kansas City Athletics 4 (10 inn)
WP: J. Howell (1-0) LP: D. Maas (0-2)
HR: None
POG: Jose Rijo (8 IP, 5 H, 1 ER, 0 BB, 3 K, 104 P)

In a decisive Game 5 at KC Municipal Stadium, the 1985 Oakland Athletics clinched the Series #103 title with a hard-fought 5-4 victory over the 1958 Kansas City Athletics. The 1985 Athletics got off to a strong start, scoring four runs in the first two innings. However, the 1958 Athletics fought back, scoring one run in the seventh inning and three more in the ninth to tie the game at 4-4. In the top of the 10th inning, the 1985 Athletics regained the lead with a crucial RBI single from Mike Tettleton. Jose Rijo, who pitched eight solid innings, was instrumental in holding off the 1958 Athletics' late rally. Dave Kingman, first baseman for the 1985 Athletics, was named the series MVP for his outstanding performance throughout the playoffs. Hometown officials announced plans for a grand celebration to honor the new champions in the days to come.

1985 Oakland Athletics Win Series 4 Games To 1


Series MVP:

(.368, 3 HR, 7 RBI, 4 R, .842 SLG)