In 1977 and again in 1978, the Dodgers lost in the World Series to the hated New York Yankees. Third time's a charm. Dodgers beat Yankees in 1981.
Although “Fernandomania” dominated the regular season, Fernando Valenzuela struggled in his only World Series start. He pitched a complete game, winning 5-4, but allowed one run with seven walks. Now a heretical 147 pitches.
The Dodgers' No. 4 batter in this game, first baseman Steve Garvey, had a batting average of .417 in the World Series.
Dusty Baker and Dave Stewart are among five former major leaguers listed as supporters in a statement released by Lee's office on Wednesday.
Mr. Lee is running in fourth place in polls for California's open Senate seat, with Rep. Adam B. Schiff (D-Burbank) comfortably ahead of Garvey and Rep. Katie Porter (D-Burbank). Irvine) is fighting for second place. Election day is Tuesday, but early voting is underway. The top two finishers will advance to his November runoff.
Lee's announcement emphasized support Among five former players for her hometown team, the Oakland Athletics. Born and raised in Oakland, Stewart won four championships in 20 games with the Athletics and was the Most Valuable Player of the 1989 World Series. Baker, who attended her high school and college in Northern California, finished her athletics career in 1985-86.
“As a longtime A's fan, it means a lot to me to have the support of these A's greats who have given so much to the Oakland and East Bay communities,” Lee said in a statement. Ta.
After the A's announced plans to move to Las Vegas, Lee introduced what she says is a move to Las Vegas. “Moneyball method” This would strip Major League Baseball of its cherished antitrust exemption if the relocating team does not provide financial compensation to its former team. This bill was introduced in June last year. No action has been taken against it since then.
