[Nick Soulis]

Series #190



1975 San Francisco Giants
Record: 80-81
Finish: 3rd in NL West
Manager: Wes Westrum
Ball Park: Candlestick Park
WAR Leader: John Montefusco (6.4)
Franchise Record: 7-8
1975 Season Record: 1-0
Hall of Famers: (0)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/SFG/1975.shtml

1993 Colorado Rockies
Record: 67-95
Finish: 6th in NL West
Manager: Don Baylor
Ball Park: Mile High Stadium
WAR Leader: Andres Galarraga (3.5)
Franchise Record: 2-2
1993 Season Record: 1-2
Hall of Famers: (0)
https://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/COL/1993.shtml
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Hotly Contested Series Sees Giants On
Rockies Scare San Fran But Fall In 7



Game 1
At Candlestick Park
1993 Colorado Rockies 9
1975 San Francisco Giants 2
WP: B. Ruffin (1-0) LP: E. Halicki (0-1)
HR: D. Bosto (1), A. Galarraga (1)
POG: Andres Galarraga (3-5, HR, 3 RBI, 2 R)
1993 Rockies Lead Series 1-0

In Game 1 of the Field of Dreams Series #190 at Candlestick Park on October 1, 1975, the 1993 Colorado Rockies kicked off the best-of-seven matchup with a convincing 9-2 victory over the 1975 San Francisco Giants, powered by Andres Galarraga’s 3-for-5 night, including a ninth-inning three-run homer that capped a four-run outburst. Daryl Boston’s two-run shot in the fourth off Ed Halicki—who struggled through 7.2 innings, allowing 5 runs—gave Colorado a 4-1 lead they wouldn’t relinquish under clear 53-degree skies with a 12 mph wind. Dante Bichette added two doubles and two runs, while Bruce Ruffin pitched 5 solid innings, yielding just one run on Derrel Thomas’ three-hit day. Bobby Murcer’s eighth-inning single scored Von Joshua to narrow it to 5-2, but the Rockies’ 13-hit attack, bolstered by Charlie Hayes’ two RBI, overwhelmed the Giants, staking Colorado to a 1-0 series lead in this playoff opener.

Game 2
At Candlestick Park
1993 Colorado Rockies 4
1975 San Francisco Giants 1 (10 inn)
WP: C. Leskanic (1-0) LP: R. Moffitt (0-1) S: D. Holmes (1)
HR: F. Benavides (1)
POG: John Montefusco (9 IP, 7 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 7 K, 112 P)
1993 Rockies Lead Series 2-0

In Game 2 of the Field of Dreams Series #190 at Candlestick Park on October 2, 1975, the 1993 Colorado Rockies edged the 1975 San Francisco Giants 4-1 in a tense 10-inning battle, taking a commanding 2-0 series lead thanks to Freddie Benavides’ game-changing three-run homer off Randy Moffitt in the extra frame. John Montefusco dazzled for San Francisco, tossing 9 innings of one-run ball on 7 hits, but Armando Reynoso and a trio of Rockies relievers held firm, with Darren Holmes securing the save. Gary Matthews scored the Giants’ lone run on Garry Maddox’s second-inning single, but Colorado tied it in the fourth on Joe Girardi’s two-out hit. Under partly cloudy 54-degree skies with an 18 mph wind, Dante Bichette’s two hits set the stage for Benavides’ clutch blast, pushing the Rockies closer to glory in this playoff clash.

Game 3
At Mile Hight Stadium
1975 San Francisco Giants 3
1993 Colorado Rockies 2
WP: P. Falcone (1-0) LP: M. Parrett (0-1) S: R. Mofitt (1)
HR: B. Murcer (1), C. Hayes (1)
POG: Pete Falcone (8 IP, 8 H, 2 ER, 2 BB, 5 K, 115 P)
1993 Rockies Lead Series 2-1

In Game 3 of the Field of Dreams Series #190 at Mile High Stadium on October 4, 1975, the 1975 San Francisco Giants staved off elimination with a 3-2 victory over the 1993 Colorado Rockies, narrowing the Rockies’ series lead to 2-1 in a taut pitcher’s duel under partly cloudy 45-degree skies. Pete Falcone sparkled for the Giants, hurling 8 innings of two-run ball on 8 hits, backed by Garry Maddox’s pivotal two-run double in the sixth off Jeff Parrett—who took the loss after allowing 3 runs in 5.1 innings—that broke a 1-0 game open. Bobby Murcer went 3-for-4 with a solo homer, while Charlie Hayes’ sixth-inning blast and Freddie Benavides’ eighth-inning RBI double brought Colorado close, but Randy Moffitt’s ninth-inning save sealed it. Despite Alex Cole’s two hits and a steal, the Rockies couldn’t capitalize, leaving the Giants alive in this playoff clash.

Game 4
At Mile Hight Stadium
1975 San Francisco Giants 7
1993 Colorado Rockies 3
WP: J. Barr (1-0) LP: G. Wayne (0-1)
HR: None
POG: Willie Blair (5 IP, 2 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 3, K, 71 P)
Series Tied 2-2

Facing a pivotal Game 4 in the Field of Dreams series, the 1975 San Francisco Giants erupted for a four-run eighth inning to seize a 7-3 victory over the 1993 Colorado Rockies, evening the best-of-seven series at two games apiece.San Francisco capitalized on costly errors and clutch hitting, with Garry Maddox delivering a crucial two-run double in the eighth that broke the game open. Gary Thomasson added four RBIs, including a key seventh-inning single that put the Giants ahead. Despite collecting 10 hits, Colorado struggled to capitalize, leaving eight runners stranded. Dante Bichette and Joe Girardi both grounded into double plays, stalling the Rockies' offensive momentum.Jim Barr pitched effectively, going six innings and allowing just two runs, while Charlie Williams secured the final six outs. Colorado’s Willie Blair was sharp through five innings, but the bullpen collapsed late, with Curt Leskanic surrendering four earned runs in just one-third of an inning.

Game 5
At Mile Hight Stadium
1975 San Francisco Giants 8
1993 Colorado Rockies 3
WP: E. Halicki (1-1) LP: B. Ruffin (1-1)
HR: B. Murcer (2)
POG: Ed Halicki (9 IP, 6 H, 3 ER, 2 BB, 5 K, 116 P)
1975 Giants Lead Series 3-2

In Game 5 of the Field of Dreams Series #190 at Mile High Stadium on October 6, 1975, the 1975 San Francisco Giants seized a 3-2 series lead with an 8-3 rout of the 1993 Colorado Rockies, powered by Ed Halicki’s stellar complete game (9 innings, 6 hits, 3 runs) and a six-run first-inning ambush under cloudy 44-degree skies. Halicki himself delivered a two-run single in the opening frame off Bruce Ruffin—who faltered, yielding 6 runs in 5 innings—while Bobby Murcer (2-for-4, homer) and Gary Matthews (3-for-5, triple) fueled a 16-hit onslaught. The Rockies mounted a late rally with Andres Galarraga’s two-run double in the ninth, but it was too little against Halicki’s dominance. Chris Speier and Derrel Thomas each scored twice, and despite Dante Bichette’s two total bases, Colorado’s bats stayed quiet until the end, leaving the Giants one win from the clinch in this playoff showdown.

Game 6
At Candlestick Park
1993 Colorado Rockies 4
1975 San Francisco Giants 1
WP: A. Reynoso (1-0) LP: J. Montefusco (0-1) S: D. Holmes (2)
HR: None
POG: Armando Reynoso (7.2 IP, 5 H, 1 ER, 6 BB, 6 K, 125 P)
Series Tied 3-3

In Game 6 of the Field of Dreams Series #190 at Candlestick Park on October 8, 1975, the 1993 Colorado Rockies staved off elimination with a 4-1 victory over the 1975 San Francisco Giants, forcing a decisive Game 7 as Charlie Hayes’ ninth-inning two-run double off Randy Dressler broke a 1-1 tie under clear 50-degree skies. Armando Reynoso outdueled John Montefusco, tossing 7.2 innings of one-run ball on 5 hits, with Darren Holmes sealing the save, while Montefusco allowed 2 runs over 8 frames. Eric Young’s leadoff triple and Dante Bichette’s RBI single staked Colorado to an early lead, and Alex Cole’s eighth-inning single tied it before Hayes’ heroics. Garry Maddox went 2-for-4, but Gary Matthews’ two-out RBI in the eighth was the Giants’ lone score, setting the stage for a thrilling series finale in this playoff saga.

Game 7
At Candlestick Park
1993 Colorado Rockies 1
1975 San Francisco Giants 3
WP: P. Falcone (2-0) LP: J. Parrett (0-2) S: R. Moffitt (2)
HR: None
POG: Pete Falcone (7 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 6 K, 97 P)

The 1975 San Francisco Giants are champions of the Field of Dreams series, clinching the best-of-seven showdown with a 3-1 victory over the 1993 Colorado Rockies in a dramatic Game 7 at Candlestick Park.Pete Falcone delivered a masterful performance, tossing seven strong innings, allowing just one run on three hits while striking out six to earn Player of the Game honors. Randy Moffitt shut the door in the final two innings, preserving the lead and securing the title for San Francisco.The Rockies struck first in the top of the first inning when Eric Young scored on a Dante Bichette RBI single, giving Colorado an early 1-0 lead. However, the Giants responded in the third, tying the game on Chris Speier’s sacrifice fly that brought home Gary Thomasson.San Francisco took the lead in the fifth inning, capitalizing on an error by Andrés Galarraga that allowed Marc Hill to score, making it 2-1. The Giants added an insurance run in the seventh, when Mike Sadek’s RBI double plated Thomasson to give San Francisco a 3-1 cushion.Despite a solid effort from Colorado’s Jeff Parrett, who pitched six innings of two-run ball, the Rockies’ offense was stifled by the Giants’ pitching staff. Colorado managed just five hits, stranding seven runners on base, and failed to score after the first inning.As the final out was recorded, Bobby Murcer and the Giants mobbed the mound, celebrating their hard-fought series victory."It feels incredible," Murcer said. "This team fought hard all series long, and to win Game 7 in front of these fans – there’s nothing better."

1975 San Francisco Giants Win Series 4 Games To 3

Series MVP:

(2-0, 15 IP, 1.80 ERA, 3 ER, 3 BB, 11 K, 6.6 K/9, 0.93 WHIP)