[Nick Soulis]

Series #143



1935 Cleveland Indians
Record: 82-71
Finish: 3rd in AL
Manager: Walter Johnson
Ball Park: League Park
WAR Leader: Mel Harder (7.2)
Franchise Record: 6-5
Hall of Famers: (1)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/CLE/1935.shtml

1971 Milwaukee Brewers
Record: 69-92
Finish: 6th in AL West
Manager: Dave Bristol
Ball Park: County Stadium
WAR Leader: Ken Sanders (3.8)
Franchise Record: 1-7
Hall of Famers: (0)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/MIL/1971.shtml
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Brewers Surge Past Tribe
Take Four Straight After Falling Behind 0-2



Game 1
At League Park
1971 Milwaukee Brewers 2
1935 Cleveland Indians 3 (10 inn)
WP: O. Hilderbrand (1-0) LP: K. Sanders (0-1)
HR: None
POG: Marty Pattin (9 IP, 5 H, 1 ER, 2 BB, 5 K, 141 P)
1935 Indians Lead Series 1-0

In a thrilling opener to the Field of Dreams series, the 1935 Cleveland Indians edged the 1971 Milwaukee Brewers in a 3-2 walk-off victory on October 1st, 1935, in League Park. Both teams displayed exceptional pitching, with Milwaukee's Marty Pattin going the distance for nine innings, allowing just two runs on five hits. The game remained deadlocked at 2-2 through nine innings, but in the bottom of the tenth, Joe Vosmik's run-scoring groundout sealed the dramatic victory for Cleveland. The Indians were led offensively by Earl Averill, who sparked the late-game rally with a triple in the eighth, and Vosmik, who drove in two crucial runs. Despite outhitting Cleveland 14-6, the Brewers couldn't capitalize on their opportunities, leaving 13 runners stranded. The victory gives the 1935 Indians a 1-0 lead in the best-of-seven series. The clear skies and cool 56-degree weather provided the perfect backdrop for this classic matchup, attended by over 31,000 fans.

Game 2
At League Park
1971 Milwaukee Brewers 3
1935 Cleveland Indians 6
WP: T. Lee (1-0) LP: B. Parsons (0-1)
HR: B. Campbell (1)
POG: Thornton Lee (9 IP, 5 H, 3 ER, 9 BB, 5 K, 143 P)
1935 Indians Lead Series 2-0

In Game 2 of the best-of-seven series between the 1935 Cleveland Indians and the 1971 Milwaukee Brewers, the Indians jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, securing a 6-3 win at League Park. Thornton Lee delivered a stellar complete-game performance, holding the Brewers to just five hits and overcoming a record-setting nine walks. Cleveland's offense was powered by Boze Berger's clutch two-run single in the first inning, followed by Bruce Campbell's two-run homer, setting the tone with a 4-0 lead. The Brewers rallied with three late runs, but it wasn’t enough. Cleveland’s dominant pitching and timely hitting gave them a 2-0 series lead as they now head to Milwaukee for Game 3.

Game 3
At County Stadium
1935 Cleveland Indians 1
1971 Milwaukee Brewers 4
WP: S. Lockwood (1-0) LP: L. Brown (0-1)
HR: None
POG: Skip Lockwood (9 IP, 6 H, 1 ER, 4 BB, 2 K, 119 P)
1935 Indians Lead Series 2-1

In Game 3 of the best-of-seven series at County Stadium, the 1971 Milwaukee Brewers secured their first win of the series, defeating the 1935 Cleveland Indians 4-1. Brewers' starter Skip Lockwood was outstanding, pitching a complete game while allowing only six hits and one run. Milwaukee's offense was sparked by Andy Kosco's two-run double in the first inning, which set the tone early. The Brewers added a run in the second and another insurance run in the seventh to seal the victory. Despite Cleveland's Lonnie Brown pitching a solid eight innings, defensive errors and a lack of timely hitting cost the Indians. With this win, Milwaukee cut Cleveland’s series lead to 2-1. The teams will face off again tomorrow in Milwaukee for Game 4.

Game 4
At County Stadium
1935 Cleveland Indians 3
1971 Milwaukee Brewers 18
WP: L. Krausse (1-0) LP: M. Pearson (0-1)
HR: T. Harper (1), D. Porter (1)
POG: Ron Theobald (5-5, RBI, 3 R)
Series Tied 1-1

In a pivotal Game 4 of the Field of Dreams best-of-seven series, the 1971 Milwaukee Brewers stormed to an 18-3 victory over the 1935 Cleveland Indians, knotting the series at 2-2. Held at County Stadium on a crisp October 5, 1935, before 50,336 fans, the Brewers exploded for 11 runs in the sixth inning, effectively sealing the win. Ron Theobald was the star, going a perfect 5-for-5 and setting a playoff record with five hits, while Mike Hegan crossed the plate four times, another playoff record. Tommy Harper added a two-run double in the third and a two-run homer in the sixth, propelling Milwaukee to the resounding win. Cleveland's Mel Harder was unable to contain the Brewers' onslaught, allowing seven runs before the bullpen was called in. Brewers’ starter Lew Krausse pitched eight solid innings, giving up just three runs and five strikeouts. The series now shifts to Game 5, with momentum firmly in Milwaukee’s favor.

Game 5
At County Stadium
1935 Cleveland Indians 0
1971 Milwaukee Brewers 3
WP: M. Pattin (1-0) LP: M. Harder (0-1)
HR: None
POG: Marty Pattin (9 IP, 6 H, 0 ER, 1 BB, 2 K, 104 P)
1971 Brewers Lead Series 3-2

In a crucial Game 5 of the best-of-seven Field of Dreams series, the 1971 Milwaukee Brewers took control with a 3-0 victory over the 1935 Cleveland Indians, seizing a 3-2 series lead. Brewers' ace Marty Pattin was the hero, tossing a complete-game shutout, allowing just six hits and striking out two. Cleveland's Mel Harder pitched well, but errors and missed opportunities cost the Indians. Bernie Voss scored twice for Milwaukee, with Al Kosco driving in a key insurance run. Despite Earl Averill’s outfield assist gunning down a runner at home, the Indians' offense couldn’t break through. Game 6 now shifts back to Cleveland's League Park, where the Brewers will look to close out the series.

Game 6
At League Park
1971 Milwaukee Brewers 8
1935 Cleveland Indians 6
WP: M. Lopez (1-0) LP: O. Hildebrand (1-1) S: K. Sanders (1)
HR: None
POG: Tommy Harper (2-4, 2B, 3 RBI, R)

In a dramatic Game 6 of the Field of Dreams best-of-seven series, the 1971 Milwaukee Brewers clinched the series with an 8-6 comeback win over the 1935 Cleveland Indians at League Park. Down 6-1 after Cleveland's explosive five-run fifth inning, Milwaukee stormed back with a five-run rally of their own in the seventh, capped by Tommy Harper’s clutch two-run double. The Brewers added insurance runs in the eighth to secure the series win, powered by solid relief pitching from Ken Sanders, who earned the save. Harper, who went 2-for-4 with three RBIs, was named Player of the Game as the Brewers captured the series 4-2.

1971 Milwaukee Brewers Win Series 4 Games To 2

Series MVP:

(.400, 4 R, 4 RBI, 2 2B, .444 OBP, .924 OPS, 10 H)