1967 World Series
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| 1967 World Series | |
|---|---|
| Year | 1967 |
| Champion | St. Louis Cardinals |
| Champion manager | Red Schoendienst |
| Champion games | 101–60, .627, National League: 10½ GA |
| Runnerup | Boston Red Sox |
| Runnerup manager | Dick Williams |
| Runnerup games | 92–70, .568, American League: 1 GA |
| Date | October 4–12 |
| Venue | Fenway Park, Busch Memorial Stadium |
| Mvp | Bob Gibson |
| Television | NBC |
| Announcers | Curt Gowdy and Monte Moore |
| Umpires | Johnny Stevens (AL), Augie Donatelli (NL), Hank Soar (AL), Ed Vargo (NL), Jim Honochick (AL), Chris Pelekoudas (NL) |
| Hall of famers | Cardinals: Lou Brock, Bob Gibson, Steve Carlton, Orlando Cepeda, Red Schoendienst (mgr.) Red Sox: Carl Yastrzemski |
| ALCS | Boston Red Sox over Minnesota Twins (3–0) |
| NLCS | St. Louis Cardinals over San Francisco Giants (3–0) |
1967 World Series was the 64th edition of the Major League Baseball championship, pitting the National League champion St. Louis Cardinals against the American League champion Boston Red Sox. The Cardinals, led by the dominant pitching of Bob Gibson and the speed of Lou Brock, defeated the "Impossible Dream" Red Sox in a thrilling seven-game series. The victory marked the eighth World Series title for the Cardinals franchise, while the Red Sox's appearance ended a 21-year postseason drought and captivated New England.
Background
The Cardinals captured the National League pennant under manager Red Schoendienst, finishing 10½ games ahead of the San Francisco Giants. Their success was built on speed, defense, and stellar pitching, with Bob Gibson anchoring the rotation and Lou Brock setting the table offensively. The Red Sox, managed by rookie skipper Dick Williams, authored the "Impossible Dream" season, winning a tight four-team race in the American League on the final day of the regular season. The team was powered by Triple Crown winner Carl Yastrzemski and the pitching of Jim Lonborg. This Series was a clash of styles: the experienced, veteran Cardinals versus the resurgent, emotional Boston Red Sox.
Summary
The Series opened at Fenway Park, where Bob Gibson bested Jim Lonborg in a 2–1 pitchers' duel. Game 2 saw the Red Sox even the Series behind a complete game from Lonborg and a home run by Yastrzemski. The action shifted to Busch Memorial Stadium, where the Cardinals won Game 3 in a 5–2 contest featuring Roger Maris. In Game 4, Bob Gibson threw another complete game victory, and Lou Brock hit a home run to give St. Louis a 3–1 Series lead. Facing elimination back at Fenway Park, the Red Sox won Game 5 behind Carl Yastrzemski's three hits and Jim Lonborg's three-hit shutout. Game 6 in St. Louis was a classic, decided in the seventh inning when Julian Javier hit a three-run homer off Jim Lonborg, and Bob Gibson secured the win to force a final game. In the decisive Game 7, Bob Gibson pitched his third complete game of the Series, and Lou Brock and Julian Javier homered to lead the Cardinals to a 7–2 victory and the championship.
Aftermath
Bob Gibson was named the World Series MVP for his three complete-game victories, including the clinching Game 7. For the Boston Red Sox, despite the loss, the "Impossible Dream" season revitalized the franchise and its fanbase, with Carl Yastrzemski winning the AL MVP and Jim Lonborg capturing the Cy Young Award. The Cardinals' victory cemented their status as a National League powerhouse in the 1960s. This Series is remembered for its dramatic narrative and high-level performances, particularly the pitching duel between Bob Gibson and Jim Lonborg. It also marked the last World Series appearance for Roger Maris.
See also
* 1967 in baseball * History of the St. Louis Cardinals * History of the Boston Red Sox * List of World Series champions * Impossible Dream (1967 Red Sox)
References
Category:1967 World Series Category:St. Louis Cardinals postseason Category:Boston Red Sox postseason Category:1967 in sports in Missouri Category:1967 in sports in Massachusetts Category:October 1967 sports events