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World Series

This category is for the final round of the Major League Baseball season and postseason which is called the World Series. Here you can ask questions about previous World Series, World Series games, the teams, the players, the records and much more.

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Did Arroyo pitch for the cardinals in 2006 for the World Series?

No, he did not (assuming you are referring to Bronson Arroyo). He started his career with the Pittsburgh Pirates, was claimed off waivers by the Boston Red Sox, then was ultimately traded to the Cincinnati Reds just before the start of the 2006 season, where he still plays now.

What is the value of a ticket stub from the 1956 world series game 1 at Ebbets?

The ticket stub from Game 5 of the 1956 World Series played at Yankee Stadium when Don Larsen pitched a Perfect game is worth about $500.-$1,000. and a full ticket in the $6,000. neighborhood. (Very Rare)

Condition is important. The slightest flaws could bring the price down significantly. Common flaws include; rips, creases, stains, and fading. Ticket stubs that are not ripped cleanly will also sell for less.

Once a collectible Item such as a ticket is signed it looses it's value as a collectible ticket, and becomes an item to display the signature. The bulk of the value now relies on the value of the signature. To the ticket collector the signature would be considered a flaw in the condition of the ticket. The signed ticket would be desired by the autograph collector. The game 5 1956 World Series ticket would be a very desired item, and add value to the signature. A Don Larsen Yogi Berra signed 1956 World Series ticket stub from game 5 would most likely sell for about $200.- $400.

Who has hit the most home runs in world series play?

Carlos Beltran's 8 home runs in the 2004 postseason for the Houston Astros.

Barry Bonds also hit 8 home runs in the 2002 postseason for the San Francisco Giants.


Barry Bonds has the most postseason home runs in a single season with 8 in 2002.

Will the Yankees win the worls series?

2000 WS

The New York Mets played the New York Yankees in the 2000 World Series. This was the only time the two teams met in the World Series. The Yankees won the Series 4 games to 1.

What happens when baseball World Series game is dalayed due to rain?

If the game hasn't started yet, the home team manager has the authority to allow the game to play or not. I'm sure they do a weather check to find out what the conditions are before making such a call.

If the game has already started, it's the umpire's call. Again, they check to find out what the conditions are.

There is no set time as to how soon you will find out if a game is postponed. It all depends on the weather conditions and the call by the manager or umpire.

What date did the Cubs win the last World Series?

The Chicago Cubs have won two World Series titles, in 1907 and 1908. The Cubs have won 16 National League Pennants.

Top 10 teams that won the World Series?

1997 Florida Marlins

1998 New York Yankees

1999 New York Yankees

2000 New York Yankees

2001 Arizona Diamondbacks

2002 Anaheim Angels

2003 Florida Marlins

2004 Boston Red Sox

2005 Chicago White Sox

2006 St. Louis Cardinals

Who was the first team to win 5 consecutive World Series Championships in a row?

New York Yankees between 1949-1953.

They are the only team in MLB history to have won 5 consecutive World Series championships.

What is my 1968 Official souvenir world series program worth?

A 1969 New York Mets World Series program played at Shea Stadium is worth about $125. - $150. in excellent - near/mint condition. A 1969 Baltimore Orioles World Series program played at Memorial Stadium is worth about $50.- $75. As with all collectibles, condition is the most important factor of all providing that the item is authentic. With programs/scorecards the slightest flaws will bring the price down significantly. An exceptional mint condition scorecard could sell for more.

Common flaws would be staining, foxing (yellowing), fading, creases, rips, loose pages, cracked binding, and writing on the cover. Un-scored programs will generally sell at a higher price than a scored program but sometimes it doesn't effect value. The over all condition, and how well the cover displays will.

The value on a "scored" program as opposed to a un-scored program can vary depending on the game, and collectors preference. In general I would say an un-scored program will sell at a higher price. Some collectors do not mind scored programs.

Who has the most career home runs without ever being in a World Series?

That would be Pud Galvin who is 5th on the all time wins list with 364. His career spanned 1875-1892, prior to the creation of the World Series (1903). Of the pitchers whose career started in 1903 or later it would be Phil Niekro who is 16th all time with 318 wins. Niekro's career spanned 1964-1987.

Who was the minnesots twins first baseman in the World Series?

Justin Morneau, Doug Meintkiewicz, David Ortiz (the big poppy), Kent Hrbek, (87' & 91'), those have been the longest tenured Twins first basemen covering a span from about 1985-current. In the 60s, Hall of Famer Harmon Killebrew and Don Mincher.

What is the value of a 1946 World Series program?

The New York Yankees (4) beat the New York Giants (2) in the 1951 World Series so I guess you have a regular season program against the Chicago White Sox. A 1951 New York Yankees program/Scorecard is worth about $30.-$50. in excellent - near/mint condition. As with all collectibles, condition is the most important factor of all providing that the item is authentic. With programs/scorecards the slightest flaws will bring the price down significantly. An exceptional mint condition scorecard could sell for more.

Common flaws would be staining, foxing (yellowing), fading, stains, creases, rips, loose pages, cracked binding, and writing on the cover. Un-scored programs will generally sell at a higher price than a scored program but sometimes it doesn't effect value. The over all condition, and how well the cover displays will.

The value on a "scored" program as opposed to a un-scored program can vary depending on the game, and collectors preference. In general I would say an un-scored program will sell at a higher price. Some collectors do not mind scored programs, or might prefer it scored. A game in note that might sell at a higher price "scored" would be Don Larsens perfect game in the World Series. I will leave a link below for more information on scorecards, and publications.

What years did the dodgers go to the World Series?

Their first year as a baseball team was in 1936 as a PCL minor league team.

Their first year as a major league team was 1969

Which team won the 1994 World Series?

The 1994 World Series was canceled when the players went out on strike for 232 days. It was the eighth work stoppage in baseball history. The cancellation of the 1994 World Series was the first since 1904.

What is a 1963 Dodgers World Series Ring worth?

A 1963 World Series ring belonging to L.A. Dodgers executive Robert John Schenz sold at auction for $6,500 in July 2010. The sale was entitled "The Bob Schenz Collection," and the auction sale was held by Hunt Auctions (huntauctions.com).

Who did the New York Yankees sweep in the 1998 World Series?

  • 2000 ALDS - Yankees defeated the Oakland A's, 3 games to 2.
  • 2000 ALCS - Yankees defeated the Seattle Mariners, 4 games to 2.
  • 2000 World Series - Yankees defeated the New York Mets, 4 games to 1.

Who was the only switch hitter to win the world series mvp?

Mickey Mantle was the first switch hitter to win the AL MVP. The year was 1956.

Who was the World Series MVP in 1958?

Scott Brosius (3B) of the New York Yankees won the 1998 World Series MVP award.