[Nick Soulis]

Series #104



1984 Oakland Athletics
Record: 77-85
Finish: 4th in AL West
Manager: Steve Boros
Ball Park: Oakland Coliseum
WAR Leader: Rickey Henderson (6.0)
Franchise Record: 4-10
Hall of Famers: (2)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/OAK/1984.shtml

1929 Boston Braves
Record: 56-98
Finish: 8th in NL
Manager: Judge Fuchs
Ball Park: Braves Field
WAR Leader: Socks Sebold (3.2)
Franchise Record: 4-2
Hall of Famers: (3)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/BSN/1929.shtml
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Game 1
At Oakland Coliseum
1929 Boston Braves 6
1984 Oakland Athletics 7
WP: M. Norris (1-0) LP: D. Leverett (0-1) S: B. Caudill (1)
HR: G. Harper (1), D. Kingman (1)
POG: Dave Kingman (HR, 3 rBI, 2-4, 2 R)
1984 Athletics Lead Series 1-0

In a thrilling opener of Series #104, the 1984 Oakland Athletics triumphed over the 1929 Boston Braves with a 7-6 victory at Oakland Coliseum. The Athletics wasted no time in asserting their dominance, as Dave Kingman's two-run homer in the first inning set the tone early. Carney Lansford's two-run double in the fifth inning extended Oakland's lead to 6-1. Despite a late surge from the Braves, highlighted by George Harper's three-run homer in the seventh inning, the Athletics held on for the win. Kingman, who went 2 for 4 with three RBIs, including the game-winning homer, earned Player of the Game honors. The Braves' effort, led by a strong performance from leadoff hitter Les Richbourg, fell just short. With a 1-0 lead in the series, the Athletics look to continue their momentum in Game 2 tomorrow at Oakland Coliseum.

Game 2
At Oakland Coliseum
1929 Boston Braves 3
1984 Oakland Athletics 1
WP: P. Jones (1-0) LP: B. Krueger (0-1) S: B. Hearn (1)
HR: M. Davis (1)
POG: Percy Jones (7 IP, 1 ER, 2 BB, 2 K, 104 P)
Series Tied 1-1

In a tightly contested Game 2 of Series #104, the 1929 Boston Braves emerged victorious over the 1984 Oakland Athletics with a 3-1 win at Oakland Coliseum. Braves' starter Percy Jones delivered an outstanding performance, going 7 innings while allowing just 1 run to earn the win. Lance Richbourg's run-scoring single in the second inning put Boston ahead early, and they never looked back. Despite a solo home run by Oakland's Mike Davis in the third inning, the Braves' pitching, led by Jones and reliever Bob Hearn, held the Athletics in check. With the series now tied at 1-1, the momentum shifts to Boston as they head home for Game 3 at Braves Field on Thursday. Percy Jones was named the Player of the Game for his stellar pitching performance.

Game 3
At Braves Field
1984 Oakland Athletics 9
1929 Boston Brves 4
WP: R. Burris (1-0) LP: S. Seibold (0-1)
HR: R. Henderson (1)
POG: Rickey Henderson (3-4, HR, RBI, 2 R)
1984 Athletics Lead Series 2-1

In a clash of baseball eras at Braves Field, the 1984 Oakland Athletics secured a crucial road win over the 1929 Boston Braves, taking Game 3 of the Series #104 with a final score of 9-4. Left fielder Rickey Henderson led the charge for the Athletics, going 3 for 4 with a home run, two singles, and a walk, while scoring twice. The game saw the Athletics take control early, with Jim Essian drawing a bases-loaded walk in the third inning to give them a 3-0 lead. Despite a late rally from the Braves, including three runs in the sixth inning, the Athletics' offense proved too much to handle. With the win, the 1984 Athletics now lead the best-of-seven series 2-1, with the next game scheduled to be played at Braves Field in Boston.

Game 4
At Braves Field
1984 Oakland Athletics 9
1929 Boston Brves 6
WP: T. Conroy (1-0) LP: B. Hearn (0-1) S: B. Caudill (2)
HR: D. Kingman (2), C. Lansford (1), J. Essian (1), L. Richbourg (1)
POG: Dave Kingman (5-5, 2 2B, HR, 4 RBI)
1984 Athletics Lead Series 3-1

In a high-scoring affair at Braves Field, the 1984 Oakland Athletics emerged victorious over the 1929 Boston Braves, winning Game 4 of the Series #104 by a score of 9-6. Dave Kingman was the star of the game, going a perfect 5-5 at the plate with a home run, two doubles, and two singles, driving in four runs and scoring twice. His remarkable performance powered the Athletics to a commanding 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series. Carney Lansford also played a crucial role for Oakland 1984, delivering a timely two-run homer in the eighth inning to seal the victory. Despite a late surge from the Braves, the Athletics' offense proved too potent. The series now heads to Game 5 at Braves Field in Boston, with the Athletics poised to clinch the series.

Game 5
At Braves Field
1984 Oakland Athletics 3
1929 Boston Brves 4
WP: D. Leverett (1-1) LP: M. Norris (1-1) S: B. Hearn (2)
HR: F. Maguire (1)
PIG: Dixie Leverett (7 IP, 6 H, 3 ER, 0 BB, 4 K, 87 P)
1984 Athletics Lead Series 3-2

In Game 5 of the best-of-seven series, the 1929 Boston Braves kept their championship hopes alive with a narrow 4-3 victory over the 1984 Oakland Athletics at Braves Field. Braves' right-hander Dixie Leverett delivered a strong performance, pitching seven innings of six-hit ball to secure the win and cut the Athletics' series lead to 3-2. Key contributions came from Pat Collins, whose RBI single in the bottom of the sixth proved crucial, and Freddie Maguire, who hit a solo home run in the seventh. Despite late pressure from the Athletics, the Braves' bullpen held firm, with Bubber Hearn earning the save. The series now shifts back to Oakland Coliseum for Game 6, where the Athletics will again attempt to clinch the series.

Game 6
At Oakland Coliseum
1929 Boston Braves 4
1984 Oakland Athletics 6
WP: B. Krueger (1-1) LP: P. Jones (1-1) S: B. Caudill (3)
HR: None
POG: Bill Krueger (7.1 IP, 1 ER, 6 BB, 1 K, 103 P)

The 1984 Oakland Athletics emerged victorious in Game 6 of the best-of-seven series against the 1929 Boston Braves, clinching the series 4-2 with a 6-4 win at Oakland Coliseum. Despite an early lead by the Braves, who scored two runs in the first inning, the Athletics responded in the second with two runs of their own, evening the score. Carney Lansford's consistent hitting and timely RBI singles played a crucial role, alongside strong performances from Bill Krueger, who pitched 7.1 innings allowing only one earned run. The Braves managed to add runs in the sixth and eighth innings, but Oakland's bullpen held firm, with Bill Caudill securing the save. The Athletics capitalized on the Braves' errors and kept the pressure on throughout the game. Dave Kingman, who was named series MVP, expressed his pride in the team's all-around effort. "We did the little things right and we did the big things right," Kingman remarked. Manager Steve Boros praised the team's preparation and execution, attributing their success to a blend of luck and disciplined play.

1984 Oakland Athletics Win Series 4 Games To 2

Series MVP:

(12/22, 2 HR, 10 RBI, 6 R, 2 2B, .538 OBP, 1.000 SLG)