1963 World Series: Los Angeles Dodgers Sweep New York Yankees
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The Los Angeles Dodgers have defeated the New York Yankees 4 games to 0 in the 1963 World Series, clinching the championship with a 4-0 victory in Game 4. Dodgers pitcher Sandy Koufax was named Series MVP after a dominant performance, allowing just one hit in the series and striking out 15 batters.
Dominant Dodgers
The Dodgers took an early lead in Game 4, scoring 4 runs in the first inning off Yankees starter Whitey Ford. Koufax held the Yankees hitless through the first 6 innings of the game, before allowing a single to Hector Lopez in the 7th inning.
With the bases loaded in the 7th inning, Koufax struck out Lopez to end the inning and preserve the Dodgers' shutout. The Dodgers added one more run in the 8th inning to seal the victory.
Koufax Earns MVP Honors
Koufax was dominant throughout the series, pitching 24 innings and allowing just 5 hits and 3 walks. He struck out 23 batters and posted a 0.38 ERA.
The Dodgers' victory marked their first World Series title since 1959 and their second in franchise history. The sweep of the Yankees was one of the most dominant performances in World Series history.
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