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New York Tops San Diego
Tuesday, November 2nd , 2014
With a 6-3 win over the tonight at Yankee Stadium, the wrapped up their 1st title in team history. New York left little doubt who was the better club. "Team" was the word of the day as the Yankees celebrated the culmination of their banner year in the victors clubhouse following the game.
"Hitting, pitching, fielding; those are all things you need to win, but most importantly you need a team, a team that works together toward the same collective goal," said New York manager. "Our players felt that way all year and they played that way. When one guy had an off day, 24 others stepped up their game and filled the void."A jovial mood filled the air as New York celebrated into the night. The city's mayor said parade plans were underway and a "huge celebration" in the works."We're going to celebrate our team, our championship ," the mayor said.The champions completed the regular season with a first-place finish in the American League Eastern Division and a 103-59 record.
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New York Wins Round 2
Tuesday, October 24th , 2014
New York first baseman couldn't hide his reaction when asked about being named MVP of the Round 2.
"It's a nice honor," he said, failing to suppress a wide smile. The trophy was presented to Gehrig moments after his club eliminated the to advance to the Round 3.
New York won the final game by a score of 2-1 at Yankee Stadium and took the series 4-2.
"We won the series and that's the main thing," Gehrig said. "They were a tough team and we didn't want to take anything for granted."
For the series, Gehrig hit .435 with a .440 on-base percentage. He had 2 home runs, drove in 5 RBI and scored 5 runs.
"He was tough to stop and that's a big reason they're there and we're here," said a dejected Cleveland manager .
The will play against the in the next round. San Diego won their series against the 4 games to 1. The Round 3 schedule will be announced after the Round 2 finishes.
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San Diego Wins Round 2
Monday, October 23rd , 2014
The are on to the Round 3, having knocked out the 4-1.
The final blow came tonight at Turner Field, where San Diego sealed the Round 2 with a 8-5 triumph.
was instrumental in the series win and was given MVP honors. Gwynn Sr hit .300 with a .364 on-base percentage. He had 0 home runs, drove in 2 RBI and scored 4 runs.
The don't know who they will face in the next round. They will play the winner of the - series. New York leads the series 3 games to 2. The Round 3 schedule will be announced after the Round 2 finishes.
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