Al Kaline 1968 World Series Highlights
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Hall of Fame outfielder Al Kaline (aka Mr. Tiger) helped the Detroit Tigers defeat the St. Louis Cardinals in the 1968 World Series by going 11-29 with 2 doubles, 2 home runs, and 8 RBI.
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Sep 17, 1968Sep 17, 1968
On Tuesday, September 17, 1968, the Detroit Tigers hosted the New York Yankees at Tiger...
New York Yankees vs Detroit Tigers - Clincher - Radio Broadcast / On Tuesday, September 17, 1968, the Detroit Tigers hosted the New York Yankees at Tiger Stadium. Stan Bahnsen took the mound for the Yankees, while Joe Sparma was the starting pitcher for the Tigers. At this point in the season, the Tigers were on the brink of clinching the pennant, leading the American League, while the Yankees were struggling, sitting in the middle of the pack. Mickey Mantle, a perennial star for the Yankees, was nearing the end of his illustrious career, and the 1968 season was notable for the "Year of the Pitcher," with pitchers dominating hitters to an extent not seen in decades.
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Sep 17, 1968
Ernie Harwell calls the final out of the regular season game against the Yankees as the Tigers clinch the 1068
Tigers Clinch the 1968 AL Pennant / Ernie Harwell calls the final out of the regular season game against the Yankees as the Tigers clinch the 1068 AL Pennant for the first time since 1945.
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Sep 14, 1968Sep 14, 1968
Ernie Harwell with the radio call as Detroit Tigers pitcher Denny McLain wins 30 for...
Ernie Harwell Calls Denny McLain 30th Win / Ernie Harwell with the radio call as Detroit Tigers pitcher Denny McLain wins 30 for the season on September 14, 1968...more info at https://www.retroseasons.com/teams/detroit-tigers/1968/overview/