1952 World Series Recap: Yankees Triumph Over Dodgers in Dramatic Finale
The 1952 World Series marked the sixth appearance for the Brooklyn Dodgers and the nineteenth for the New York Yankees. The series was characterized by its excitement and drama, concluding with the Yankees winning four games to three. The Yankees set a record by hitting ten home runs, while the Dodgers, who hit six, contributed to an unconventional low batting average for a winning team at .216. Spectacular fielding was prominent, with notable performances from Dodgers like Billy Cox and outfielders Carl Furillo and Duke Snider. Duke Snider was the standout hitter for the Dodgers, setting records for total bases and home runs. For the Yankees, Johnny Mize and Mickey Mantle played significant roles, with Mantle achieving ten hits over the series. The pitching highlight went to Allie Reynolds, who appeared in four games.