The 1980 Philadelphia Phillies delivered the most celebrated season in franchise history to that point, capturing their first-ever World Series title after nearly a century of trying. Managed by Dallas Green, the team combined veteran leadership, clutch hitting, and a deep pitching staff to finish 91–71 and win the National League East in a tightly contested race.Mike Schmidt led the charge with an MVP season, blasting 48 home runs and driving in 121 runs while playing elite defense at third base. He was the undisputed anchor of the lineup. Pete Rose, in his second year with the Phillies, brought postseason experience and grit, while Greg Luzinski, Bake McBride, and Garry Maddox rounded out a dangerous offense.The pitching staff was anchored by Steve Carlton, who went 24–9 and won his third Cy Young Award. Tug McGraw provided energy and reliability out of the bullpen, delivering several key performances in high-leverage situations down the stretch and into the postseason.The Phillies survived a dramatic NLCS against the Houston Astros, considered one of the greatest playoff series ever played. In the World Series, they defeated the Kansas City Royals in six games, with Schmidt and Carlton leading the way and McGraw striking out Willie Wilson to seal the title.The 1980 Phillies ended decades of frustration for the franchise and their fanbase, finally securing a championship for a team that had long carried the burden of being baseball’s oldest and most title-starved club.- 3B - Mike Schmidt- LF-RF - Lonnie Smith- RF - Bake McBride- LF - Greg Luzinski- 2B - Manny Trillo- 1B - Pete Rose- CF - Garry Maddox- C - Bob Boone- SS - Larry Bowa- SP - Bob Walk- SP - Steve Carlton- SP-RP - Randy Lerch- SP - Dick Ruthven- RP - Tug McGraw- RP - Ron Reed

- 1960 MLB Standings

- Saturday, April 23, 1960

- Attendance: 9,659

- Venue: Municipal Stadium

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- Radio Announcers

- Jack Buck

- Carl Erskine

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- Managers

- Joe Gordon

- Bob Elliott

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- Starting Lineups

- 1960 Cleveland Indians

- 1 - 2B - Johnny Temple

- 2 - CF - Jim Piersall

- 3 - RF - Walt Bond

- 4 - LF - Tito Francona

- 5 - C - Russ Nixon

- 6 - 1B - Vic Power

- 7 - SS - Woodie Held

- 8 - 3B - Bubba Phillips

- 9 - P - Barry Latman

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- 1960 Kansas City Athletics

- 1 - CF - Bill Tuttle

- 2 - 2B - Jerry Lumpe

- 3 - RF - Hank Bauer

- 4 - 1B - Norm Siebern

- 5 - LF - Bob Cerv

- 6 - C - Harry Chiti

- 7 - 3B - Bob Johnson

- 8 - SS - Ken Hamlin

- 9 - P - Dick Hall

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- Monday, April 12, 1971

- Attendance: 15,407

- Venue: Dodger Stadium

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- Radio Announcers

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- Vin Scully

- Jerry Doggett

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- Managers

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- Leo Durocher

- Walt Alston

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- 1971 Chicago Cubs

- 1 - SS - Don Kessinger

- 2 - 2B - Glenn Beckert

- 3 - LF - Billy Williams

- 4 - 3B - Ron Santo

- 5 - 1B - Joe Pepitone

- 6 - RF - Johnny Callison

- 7 - CF - José Ortiz

- 8 - C - J.C. Martin

- 9 - P - Ken Holtzman

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- 1971 Los Angeles Dodgers

- 1 - SS - Maury Wills

- 2 - RF - Manny Mota

- 3 - 1B - Wes Parker

- 4 - LF - Dick Allen

- 5 - C - Bill Sudakis

- 6 - 2B - Jim Lefebvre

- 7 - 3B - Steve Garvey

- 8 - CF - Bill Russell

- 9 - P - Sandy Vance

- 1966 MLB Standings

- Tuesday, April 12, 1966

- Attendance: 21,658

- Venue: Metropolitan Stadium

- Radio Announcers

- Monte Moore

- Lynn Ferris

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- Starting Lineups

- 1966 Kansas City Athletics

- 1 - CF - José Tartabull

- 2 - RF - Mike Hershberger

- 3 - SS - Wayne Causey

- 4 - C - Billy Bryan

- 5 - 1B - Ken Harrelson

- 6 - LF - Larry Stahl

- 7 - 2B - Dick Green

- 8 - 3B - Ed Charles

- 9 - P - Catfish Hunter

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- 1966 Minnesota Twins

- 1 - SS - Zoilo Versalles

- 2 - LF - Sandy Valdespino

- 3 - RF - Tony Oliva

- 4 - 3B - Harmon Killebrew

- 5 - 1B - Don Mincher

- 6 - CF - Jimmie Hall

- 7 - C - Earl Battey

- 8 - 2B - Bernie Allen

- 9 - P - Mudcat Grant

The 1975 Cincinnati Reds, known as the Big Red Machine, were at the height of their dominance and delivered one of the most iconic seasons in baseball history. Managed by Sparky Anderson, the team finished with a 108–54 record, cruising to the National League West title and eventually capturing the World Series crownThe roster was loaded with star power, including Pete Rose, Joe Morgan, Johnny Bench, and Tony Pérez—each contributing in different ways to the team’s relentless offense and cohesive chemistry. Joe Morgan, in particular, had an MVP season, showcasing a rare combination of power, speed, and plate discipline. Pete Rose continued to be the heartbeat of the lineup, hitting .317 and playing with unmatched intensity. Bench and Pérez delivered consistent power, while George Foster and Dave Concepción added key production and strong defense. On the pitching side, the staff wasn’t overpowering, but it was highly effective. Don Gullett, Gary Nolan, and Fred Norman anchored the rotation, while Rawly Eastwick emerged as a dominant force out of the bullpenThe Reds’ balance, depth, and aggressive base running made them a nightmare matchup for opponents. After sweeping the Pirates in the NLCS, Cincinnati faced the Boston Red Sox in a dramatic World Series that went seven games. Game 6, featuring Carlton Fisk’s legendary walk-off home run, remains one of the most famous in MLB historyThe Reds responded with a Game 7 victory, securing their first World Series title since 1940.

- 1964 MLB Standings

- April 1, 1964

- Portsmouth, Virginia

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- Radio Announcers

- Bob Murphy

- Lindsey Nelson

- Ralph Kiner

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- Managers

- Casey Stengel

- Hank Bauer

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- Top Players

- 1974 New York Mets

- RF - Joe Christopher

- 2B - Ron Hunt

- 1B - Ed Kranepool

- C - Jesse Gonder

- CF - Jim Hickman

- 3B - Charley Smith

- LF - George Altman

- 2B-CF - Rod Kanehl

- SS - Roy McMillan

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- 1974 Baltimore Orioles

- LF - Boog Powell

- 3B - Brooks Robinson

- LF-RF - Sam Bowens

- 1B - Norm Siebern

- SS - Luis Aparicio

- C - Dick Brown

- CF - Jackie Brandt

- C - John Orsino

- 2B - Jerry Adair

- Earl Gillespie

- Blaine Walsh

The Milwaukee Braves of the 1950s were one of the National League’s most formidable and exciting teams, known for their powerful lineup, dominant pitching, and passionate fan base. After relocating from Boston to Milwaukee in 1953, the franchise quickly became a central force in the leagueThe move sparked a surge in attendance, with fans packing County Stadium and giving the team one of the most loyal followings in baseball at the time. Led by a core of future Hall of Famers—Hank Aaron, Eddie Mathews, and Warren Spahn—the Braves combined offensive firepower with a reliable pitching staff. Aaron and Mathews consistently ranked among the league leaders in home runs and RBIs, while Spahn remained a workhorse on the mound, racking up wins well into his late 30s. The peak of the decade came in 1957, when the Braves won the World Series, defeating the New York Yankees in seven games. They returned to the Fall Classic in 1958 but fell short in a rematch with the Yankees. Throughout the decade, the Braves remained contenders, often finishing near the top of the standings and challenging the National League’s elite. By the end of the 1950s, the team was still strong but beginning to show signs of transition. While the stars remained productive, questions about long-term depth and rising competition foreshadowed the shifts that would define the 1960s. Still, the 1950s Braves left an enduring mark as one of the decade's most respected and balanced clubs.