[Nick Soulis]

Series #111



2000 New York Yankees
Record: 87-74
Finish: World Champions
Manager: Joe Torre
Ball Park: Yankee Stadium
WAR Leader: Jorge Posada (5.5)
Franchise Record: 12-2
Hall of Famers: (2)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/NYY/2000.shtml

1939 Chicago White Sox
Record: 85-69
Finish: 4th in AL
Manager: Jimmy Dykes
Ball Park: Comiskey Park
WAR Leader: Ted Lyons (4.8)
Franchise Record: 3-2
Hall of Famers: (2)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/CHW/1939.shtml
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More Excellence In Yankee Effort
Dispose Of White Sox Hopes In Six



Game 1
At Yankee Stadium
1939 Chicago White Sox 0
2000 New York Yankees 2
WP: A. Pettitte (1-0) LP: T. Lyons (0-1) S: M. Rivera (1)
HR: None
POG: Andy Pettitte (8 IP, 4 H, 0 ER, 2 BB, 4 K, 106 P)
2000 Yankees Lead Series 1-0

In the opening game of Series #111, the 2000 New York Yankees edged out the 1939 Chicago White Sox with a 2-0 victory at Yankee Stadium. Andy Pettitte delivered a masterful performance, pitching eight scoreless innings, allowing only four hits while striking out four and walking two. The Yankees broke the deadlock in the second inning and added another run in the seventh, with key contributions from Bernie Williams and Scott Brosius. Despite a valiant effort from Chicago's starter Thornton Lee, who went the distance with a commendable 127-pitch effort, the White Sox couldn't muster any offense against Pettitte and closer Mariano Rivera, who sealed the win with a perfect ninth. The Yankees now hold a 1-0 lead in the best-of-seven series, with the next game set for the following day at Yankee Stadium.

Game 2
At Yankee Stadium
1939 Chicago White Sox 3
2000 New York Yankees 6
WP: M. Stanton (1-0) LP: J. Rigney (0-1) S: M. Rivera (2)
HR: C. Knobluach (1), S. Spencer (1), T. Martinez (1)
POG: Shane Spencer (3-3, HR, 3 RBI, 2R, 2B)
2000 Yankees Lead Series 2-0

In Game 2 of the best-of-seven Series #111, the 2000 New York Yankees defeated the 1939 Chicago White Sox 6-3 at Yankee Stadium, securing a 2-0 lead in the series. Shane Spencer was the standout player, going 3-for-3 with a home run, a double, a walk, and three RBIs. The Yankees took an early lead with two runs in the second inning, but the White Sox responded with two runs in the fourth and one in the fifth to briefly pull ahead. The Yankees reclaimed the lead in the bottom of the sixth, highlighted by Spencer's two-run homer, and added another run to seal the victory. Roger Clemens pitched five innings, giving up three runs on eight hits, while Mike Stanton earned the win with 2.1 scoreless innings in relief. Mariano Rivera closed the game, securing his second save of the series. The series now shifts to Comiskey Park for Game 3.

Game 3
At Comiskey Park
2000 New York Yankees 5
1939 Chicago White Sox 1
WP: O. Hernandez (1-0) LP: T. Lee (0-1)
HR: D. Jeter (1), C. Knoblauch 2 (3), M. Kreevich (1)
POG: Orlando Hernandez (8.2 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 4 BB, 3 K, 106 P)
2000 Yankees Lead Series 3-0

In Game 3 of the best-of-seven series at Comiskey Park, the 2000 New York Yankees took a commanding 3-0 lead over the 1939 Chicago White Sox with a decisive 5-1 victory. Yankees right-hander Orlando Hernandez delivered a stellar performance, pitching 8.2 innings and allowing only three hits. His dominance on the mound, combined with home runs from Chuck Knoblauch and Derek Jeter, propelled New York to the brink of a series sweep. Hernandez's pinpoint control and relentless pressure left the White Sox struggling to find any offensive rhythm. Chicago's lone run came from a solo home run by Mike Kreevich in the third inning. The Yankees' defense was flawless, and their bats came alive in crucial moments, sealing the win. With the series now 3-0 in favor of the Yankees, the next game will be a do-or-die situation for the White Sox, scheduled for tomorrow at Comiskey Park.

Game 4
At Comiskey Park
2000 New York Yankees 9
1939 Chicago White Sox 10
WP: B. Dietrich (1-0) LP: J. Westbrook (0-1) S: C. Brown (1)
HR: D. Jeter (2), B. Williams 2 (3), M. Kreevich 2, G. Walker (1)
POG" Bernie Williams (3-5, 3 HR, 7 RBI, 3 R)
2000 Yankees Lead Series 3-1

The 1939 Chicago White Sox staved off elimination in Game 4 of the best-of-seven series at Comiskey Park, rallying to beat the 2000 New York Yankees 10-9 in a dramatic showdown. Despite an incredible performance from Bernie Williams, who smashed three home runs and collected seven RBIs, the Yankees fell short as the White Sox mounted a comeback. Down 9-4 in the seventh inning, the White Sox exploded for six runs, capped by a pivotal two-run homer from Mike Kreevich. Chicago's relentless offense, led by Kreevich and Gee Walker, who also homered, combined for 13 hits and seized every opportunity to score. The win cuts the Yankees' series lead to 3-1, keeping the White Sox's hopes alive as they head into Game 5 tomorrow at Comiskey Park.

Game 5
At Comiskey Park
2000 New York Yankees 1
1939 Chicago White Sox 7
WP: V. Frazier (1-0) LP: R. Choate (0-1)
HR: C. Knoblauch (4)
POG: Ted Lyons (6 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 4 K, 81 P)
2000 Yankees Lead Series 3-2

In a high-stakes Game 5 at Comiskey Park, the 1939 Chicago White Sox managed to stave off elimination with a decisive 7-1 win over the 2000 New York Yankees. Chicago's ace, Ted Lyons, delivered a stellar performance, allowing just three hits and one run over six innings. Despite the Yankees' early lead from Chuck Knoblauch's solo homer in the fourth, the White Sox tied the game in the fifth and broke it wide open with a six-run eighth inning. Jackie Hayes sparked the rally with a run-scoring double, and Taffy Wright's pinch-hit two-run double sealed the deal. With this win, the White Sox narrowed the series deficit to 3-2, ensuring the battle for the championship continues at Yankee Stadium for Game 6.

Game 6
At Yankee Stadium
1939 Chicago White Sox 6
2000 New York Yankees 7
WP: R. Clemens (1-0) LP: J. Rigney (0-2) M. Rivera (3)
HR: D. Jeter (3), S. Spencer (2)
POG: Shane Spencer (2-4, HR, 2 RBI, 2 R)

In a thrilling Game 6 of the best-of-seven series, the 2000 New York Yankees clinched by defeating the 1939 Chicago White Sox 7-6 at Yankee Stadium. The game saw early action with Derek Jeter’s solo homer in the first inning, followed by Shane Spencer’s two-run blast in the fourth. Despite a strong showing by the White Sox, who rallied with three runs in the fifth, the Yankees’ clutch hitting and solid defense prevailed. Key contributions came from Scott Brosius, who drove in two runs with a timely double, and Jorge Posada, whose RBI double in the fifth extended the Yankees' lead. Roger Clemens earned the win with 6.1 innings of work, while Mariano Rivera secured the save with a masterful 1.2 innings, shutting down a late Chicago surge. The Yankees' cohesive team effort and relentless pursuit of victory were on full display, as they celebrated their historic series win in front of a jubilant home crowd.

2000 New York Yankees Win Series 4 Games To 2


Series MVP:

(.429, 3 HR, 7 RBI, 5 R, 1 SB, .520 OBP, .857 SLG)