1949 World Series Highlights: Dodgers vs. Yankees Vintage Article
The article discusses the 1949 World Series featuring the Brooklyn Dodgers and the New York Yankees, capturing specific moments from the games. It highlights significant plays and player performances. Notably, the Dodgers’ Rackley grounded to Coleman, leading to an out as Hodges flied to Bauer. The Yankees saw Bauer single to center but was thrown out attempting to reach second base. DiMaggio struck out, while Lindell's hit resulted in a play where the Dodgers' pitcher retrieved the ball and threw to Hodges for an out. During the fifth inning, Campanella of the Dodgers made a hit, although Lindell's catch momentarily faltered. Additional action included Johnson and Coleman doubling to left. In the sixth inning, Jorgensen doubled before Snider struck out, and Robinson was put out unassisted. The seventh inning saw Olmo contribute with a hit, but Hodges faced a double play situation, concluding the action without runs or errors for that frame.