Enos Slaughter's Winning Run in 1946 World Series Game Seven
The page from the 1948-10 Sportfolio highlights a pivotal moment during the 1946 World Series, focusing on Enos Slaughter of the St. Louis Cardinals. In the decisive seventh game against the Boston Red Sox, Slaughter's daring base running became legendary. The narrative describes how Slaughter executed his famous "Mad Dash," scoring from first base on a short double hit by Harry Walker. This aggressive play was instrumental in securing the Cardinals' victory as Slaughter beat the throw to home plate, changing the dynamics of the game and ultimately contributing to St. Louis winning the championship. The page captures Slaughter in a moment of athletic triumph, emphasizing the significance of his run in the Cardinals' World Series success.