The Thrilling Highlights of the 1947 World Series: Yankees vs. Dodgers
The page from the 1948 Who's Who in the Major Leagues sports publication details the World Series of 1947, focusing on the dramatic matchups between the New York Yankees and the Brooklyn Dodgers. The final standings indicated the Yankees' successful season with a record of 97 wins and 50 losses (.571) compared to the Dodgers' 64 wins and 90 losses (.429). The page presents a summary of each game from the series, starting with the Yankees winning the first game on September 30. Key players mentioned include Cookie Lavagetto of the Dodgers and Hugh Casey, a significant relief pitcher. The second game on October 1 had the Dodgers also challenging the Yankees. The fourth game, on October 3, featured Ed Bock pitching for the Dodgers, leading to a tense finish.