[Nick Soulis]

Series #119



1906 Detroit Tigers
Record: 71-78
Finish: 6th in AL
Manager: Bill Armour
Ball Park: Bennett Park
WAR Leader: George Mullin (5.3)
Franchise Record: 8-6
Hall of Famers: (3)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/DET/1906.shtml

1962 Chicago Cubs
Record: 59-103
Finish: 9th in NL
Manager: Charlie Metro
Ball Park: Wrigley Field
WAR Leader: George Altman (3.8)
Franchise Record: 6-6
Hall of Famers: (4)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/CHC/1962.shtml
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One Hundred Loss Cubs Stun Detroit
Cubs Look Like Worldbeaters In Six Game Victory



Game 1
At Bennett Park
1962 Chicago Cubs 4
1906 Detroit Tigers 1
WP: D. Ellsworth (1-0) LP: R. Donahue (0-1)
HE: None
POG: Dick Ellsworth (9 IP, 6 H, 1 ER, 0 BB, 4 K, 100 P)
1962 Cubs Lead Series 1-0

On a crisp autumn afternoon at Bennett Park, the 1962 Chicago Cubs opened their best-of-seven series against the 1906 Detroit Tigers with a commanding 4-1 victory. The Cubs' ace, Dick Ellsworth, was the star of the game, throwing a complete game, six-hit masterpiece while allowing just one run. The Tigers took an early lead with Ty Cobb driving in a run in the first inning, but Ellsworth quickly settled into a dominant groove. The Cubs tied it up in the third, took the lead in the sixth, and added insurance runs in the eighth. George Altman’s stellar performance, including a triple and two runs, combined with solid contributions from Billy Williams and Ernie Banks, proved too much for Detroit. The Cubs' defense was sharp, turning two double plays and backing Ellsworth's efficient 100-pitch outing. As the series moves forward, Chicago leads 1-0, setting the stage for an intriguing clash of eras.

Gam e2
At Bennett Park
1962 Chicago Cubs 4
1906 Detroit Tigers 5
WP: E. Siever (1-0) LP: D. Cardwell (0-1)
HE: None
POG: Ed Siever (9 IP, 12 H, 4 ER, 1 BB, 4 K, 124 P)
Series Tied 1-1

In a thrilling Game 2 at Bennett Park, the 1906 Detroit Tigers edged out the 1962 Chicago Cubs with a narrow 5-4 victory, tying the series at 1-1. Detroit's starter, Ed Siever, showcased resilience and grit, pitching a complete game despite yielding twelve hits. The Tigers took an early lead with a run in the first and extended it with a crucial three-run fifth inning, highlighted by Matty McIntyre's RBI single that put Detroit ahead for good. Ty Cobb was instrumental for the Tigers, contributing two hits, including a triple, and scoring a run. The Cubs rallied late with a run in the ninth, but Siever’s determination sealed the win. The series now shifts to Chicago, promising more intense action between these historical giants.

Game 3
At Wirigley Field
1906 Detroit Tigers 3
1962 Chicago Cubs 1
WP: G. Mullin (1-0) LP: G. Hobbie (0-1)
HR: B. Coughlin (1)
POG: George Mullin (9 IP, 5 H, 0 ER, 2 BB, 4 K, 120 P)
1906 Tigers Lead Series 2-1

In Game 3 of the best-of-seven series, the 1906 Detroit Tigers secured a crucial 3-1 victory over the 1962 Chicago Cubs, taking a 2-1 series lead. The game, played at Wrigley Field on October 4, 1906, saw Tigers' starter George Mullin deliver a masterful complete-game performance, allowing just one unearned run on five hits while striking out four. The game remained scoreless until the seventh inning when Bill Coughlin's two-run homer off Cubs' starter Glen Hobbie broke the deadlock. The Cubs managed to score one run in the eighth, but the Tigers added an insurance run in the ninth, with Mullin closing out the game efficiently. Despite four fielding errors, Detroit's timely hitting and Mullin's dominance proved decisive. The series now shifts back to Wrigley Field with the Tigers holding the momentum.

Game 4
At Wirigley Field
1906 Detroit Tigers 5
1962 Chicago Cubs 6 (14 inn)
WP: T. Balsamo (1-0) LP: E. Siever (1-1)
HR: None
POG: Dick Ellsworth (11 IP, 15 H, 5 ER, 1 BB, 6 K, 147 P)
Series Tied 2-2

Game 4 of the Field of Dreams series between the 1906 Detroit Tigers and the 1962 Chicago Cubs was an epic 14-inning marathon, ultimately ending in a thrilling 6-5 victory for the Cubs, tying the series at 2-2. The Cubs jumped to an early lead with a run in the third and three more in the fourth, but the Tigers clawed back, scoring three runs in the eighth to tie the game and push it into extra innings. The game saw stellar performances from both starters, with Detroit's Roscoe Donahue and Chicago's Dick Ellsworth each pitching over 11 innings. The Tigers briefly took the lead in the 11th inning, only for the Cubs to respond and force more extra frames. Finally, in the bottom of the 14th, Ernie Banks delivered a walk-off double off Ed Siever, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. This back-and-forth battle showcased the resilience and determination of both teams, setting the stage for an even more intense continuation of the series.

Game 5
At Wirigley Field
1906 Detroit Tigers 2
1962 Chicago Cubs 6
WP: D. Cardwell (1-1) LP: R. Donahue (0-2)
HR: None
POG: Don Cardwell (9 IP, 7 H, 0 ER, 0 BB, 5 K, 110 P)
1962 Cubs Lead Series 3-2

In a pivotal Game 5 of the Field of Dreams series, the 1962 Chicago Cubs secured a commanding 6-2 victory over the 1906 Detroit Tigers, taking a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven matchup. Don Cardwell was the hero of the day, pitching a complete game while allowing only two unearned runs on seven hits. The Cubs' offense came alive in the third inning with two runs, followed by another in the fourth, and a decisive three-run seventh inning that put the game out of reach. Key contributions came from Ken Hubbs, who went 3-for-4 with an RBI and a triple, and Billy Williams, whose seventh-inning triple drove in a crucial insurance run. Despite a late rally attempt by the Tigers in the eighth, Cardwell's dominant performance ensured the Cubs' victory. The series now shifts back to Detroit, where the Cubs will have a chance to clinch the series at Bennett Park.

Game 6
At Bennett Park
1962 Chicago Cubs 4
1906 Detroit Tigers 1 (13 inn)
WP: G. Hobbie (1-1) LP: R. Donahue (0-3)
HE: None
POG: Glen Hobbie (13 IP, 7 H, 0 ER, 2 BB, 6 K, 147 P)

In a thrilling Game 6 at Bennett Park, the 1962 Chicago Cubs clinched the series with a 4-1 victory over the 1906 Detroit Tigers, winning the series 4-2. The game, which lasted 13 intense innings, showcased the pitching prowess of Glen Hobbie, who delivered a complete game, allowing only seven hits and striking out six. The Cubs took the lead in the 13th inning with a burst of offense led by George Altman, who drove in two runs, and Ernie Banks, who contributed a crucial two-RBI double. Despite a valiant effort by Detroit's hurler, Red Donahue, who also pitched the entire game, the Tigers could not muster enough offense to overcome the Cubs. The victory marked a historic moment for the 1962 Cubs, earning a major upset over the Tigers for a 100 loss team.

1962 Chicago Cubs Win The Series 4 Games To 2

Series MVP:

(1-1, 0.86 ERA, 2 ER, 21 IP, 2 BB, 6 K, 13 IP in clinching win)