[Nick Soulis]

Series #116



1957 Milwaukee Braves
Record: 95-59
Finish: Won World Series
Manager: Fred Haney
Ball Park: County Stadium
WAR Leader: Hank Aaron (8.0)
Franchise Record: 4-2
Hall of Famers: (4)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/MLN/1957.shtml

1992 New York Yankees
Record: 76-86
Finish: 4th in AL East
Manager: Buck Showalter
Ball Park: Yankee Stadium
WAR Leader: Melido Perez (5.9)
Franchise Record: 14-2
Hall of Famers: (0)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/NYY/1992.shtml
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Braves Too Much For Yankees
Champions Break Open Series Through Aaron, Jay



Game 1
At County Stadium
1992 New York Yankees 16
1957 Milwaukee Braves 4
WP: M.Perezz (1-0) LP: W. Spahn (0-1)
HR: D. Tartabull (1), D. Mattingly 2 (2), J. Leyritz 2 (2)
POG: Jim Leyritz (2-6, 2 HR, 7 RBI, 2 R)
1992 Yankees Lead Series 1-0

In a resounding victory, the 1992 New York Yankees demolished the 1957 Milwaukee Braves 16-4 in Game 1 of their best-of-seven series at Milwaukee County Stadium. Jim Leyritz was the standout performer, smashing two home runs and driving in a record seven runs. The Yankees set the tone early, scoring in the first four innings and erupting for five runs in the fifth, highlighted by Danny Tartabull’s three-run homer. Don Mattingly contributed with two solo shots and a double, amassing four hits in the process. On the mound, Melido Perez pitched a complete game, allowing just six hits and striking out eight. Despite a brief rally by the Braves in the third inning, their efforts fell short, and the Yankees’ offensive onslaught continued unabated. With this dominant display, the Yankees took a commanding 1-0 lead in the series, leaving the Braves reeling and seeking redemption in Game 2.

Game 2
At County Stadium
1992 New York Yankees 1
1957 Milwaukee Braves 5
WP: J. Jay (1-0) LP: S. Sanderson (0-1)
HR: J. Leyritz (3), D. Crandall (1), J. Adcock (1)
POG: Joey Jay (9 IP, 7 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 6 K, 126 P)
Series Tied 1-1

The Milwaukee 1957 Braves leveled the series with a 5-1 victory over the New York 1992 Yankees in Game 2 at Milwaukee County Stadium. Braves starter Joey Jay delivered an exceptional performance, pitching a complete game and allowing just one run on seven hits while striking out six. The Braves jumped ahead in the second inning with back-to-back solo home runs by Del Crandall and Joe Adcock. Crandall added a two-run single in the eighth to extend the lead. Despite a solo homer by Jim Leyritz in the ninth, the Yankees' offense couldn't overcome Jay's masterful outing. The series now moves to New York, tied 1-1, with Game 3 set for Yankee Stadium.

Game 3
At Yankee Stadium
1957 Milwaukee Braves 1
1992 New York Yankees 6
WP: B. Wickman (1-0) LP: L. Burdette (0-1)
HR: D. Mattingly (3), J. Leyritz (4)
POG: Bob Wickman (7.2 IP, 8 H, 1 ER, 4 BB, 3 K, 108 P)
1992 Yankees Lead Series 2-1

The New York 1992 Yankees seized a 2-1 lead in the series with a convincing 6-1 victory over the Milwaukee 1957 Braves in Game 3 at Yankee Stadium. Yankees pitcher Bob Wickman delivered an outstanding performance, pitching 7.2 innings and allowing only one run on eight hits. Milwaukee managed to score a run in the fourth inning, but New York responded with three runs in both the fifth and sixth innings. Bernie Williams broke the game open with a two-run double, while Jim Leyritz and Don Mattingly each added solo home runs. Wickman's stellar outing and the Yankees' timely hitting secured the win, giving them the upper hand as the series continues in New York.

Game 4
At Yankee Stadium
1957 Milwaukee Braves 5
1992 New York Yankees 3
WP: G. Conley (1-0) LP: M. Perez (1-1) S: D. McMahon (1)
HR: J. Logan (1)
POG: Gene Conley (8 IP, 8 H, 2 ER, 4 BB, 2 K, 124 P)
Series Tied 2-2

In a pivotal Game 4 of the series, the 1957 Milwaukee Braves secured a 5-3 victory over the 1992 New York Yankees, tying the series at 2-2. The Braves' Gene Conley pitched an impressive 8 innings, allowing only 2 earned runs on 8 hits. Milwaukee's offense was relentless, amassing 16 hits, with key contributions from Hank Aaron, who went 2-for-5 with a crucial RBI single in the seventh inning, and Johnny Logan, who homered in the fifth. Despite a late rally attempt by the Yankees, who scored in the sixth, seventh, and eighth innings, Conley's pitching and a steady closing inning from Don McMahon secured the win. The series will continue at Yankee Stadium, with both teams vying for a decisive lead.

Game 5
At Yankee Stadium
1957 Milwaukee Braves 8
1992 New York Yankees 4
WP: W. Spahn (1-1) LP: S. Sanderson (0-2)
HR: D. Crandell (2), H. Aaron (1)
POG: Johnny Logan (3-4, 2 RBI, 2 R, 2B)
1957 Braves Lead Series 3-2

In a pivotal Game 5 of the best-of-seven series, the 1957 Milwaukee Braves overpowered the 1992 New York Yankees, securing an 8-4 victory at Yankee Stadium. With this win, the Braves now lead the series 3-2, putting them one game away from clinching the championship. The Braves’ offense was ignited by Johnny Logan, who went 3-for-4 with a double, two singles, a walk, two runs scored, and two RBIs. Hank Aaron delivered a crucial blow with a three-run home run in the fourth inning, finishing the game 3-for-5 with three RBIs. The Yankees struggled against Braves' pitcher Warren Spahn, who pitched a complete game, allowing four runs on eight hits while striking out two. The Yankees managed a late rally, scoring two runs in the ninth, but it was too little too late. The series now shifts back to Milwaukee County Stadium for Game 6, where the Braves will have a chance to close out the series.

Game 6
At County Stadium
1992 New York Yankees 2
1957 Milwaukee Braves 5
WP: J. Jay (2-0) LP: M. Perez (1-2) S: D. MacMahon (2)
HR: W. Covington (1), H. Aaron (2)
POG: Joey Jay (8 IP, 3 H, 2 ER, 2 BB, 4 K, 92 P)

The 1957 Milwaukee Braves captured the series with a decisive 5-2 win over the 1992 New York Yankees in Game 6 at Milwaukee County Stadium. The Braves wasted no time, scoring three runs in the first inning, highlighted by a solo home run from Wes Covington and a two-run blast from Hank Aaron. Covington added another RBI single in the second inning, and the Braves never looked back. Joey Jay delivered a stellar performance on the mound, allowing just two runs on three hits over eight innings, while Don McMahon closed out the ninth for the save. The Yankees' only offense came in the fifth inning on a two-run single by pitcher John Habyan. Braves manager Fred Haney praised his team's collective effort throughout the series, emphasizing the unity and resilience that brought them the win. Milwaukee's jubilant fans and city officials began immediate plans for a grand celebration to honor the victorious Braves.

1957 Milwaukee Braves Win Series 4 Games To 2

Series MVP:

(.385, 2 HR, 7 RBI, 4 R, 2 2B, 1.038 OPS)