The Baseball Times
October 10th, 1884
Stallions Sweep Sox in World Series Triumph
The World Series concluded with a dominant performance by the Philadelphia Stallions, who swept the St. Louis Sox 4-0 to capture their fifth championship from seven attempts. Experience prevailed as the Stallions showcased their prowess, leaving the Sox in their wake.
The series began in St. Louis, where the Stallions quickly took control, winning both Game 1 and Game 2 on enemy turf. As the series shifted to Philadelphia, the Stallions' dominance became even more apparent. Game 3 was a masterclass in pitching by John Ward, who delivered a shutout to place the Stallions on the brink of victory. The sweep was completed in Game 4, also in Philadelphia, as the Stallions sealed their triumphant run.
John Ward emerged as the MVP of the series, thanks to his exceptional performance both on the mound and at the plate. Ward not only pitched a shutout and secured two wins but also batted .333 over 18 at-bats during the four games. Cap Anson also played a crucial role in the Stallions' success, hitting an impressive .500 throughout the series.
"We are going to have a big celebration after this win," Ward told reporters after the final game. His sentiments were echoed by Stallions manager Aaron Pendley, who praised the team's collective effort. "This was a team effort, and now the team can go out and celebrate together," Pendley said.
Despite the disappointment of the loss, St. Louis Sox manager Harry Wright remained optimistic. "We tried our best, but in the end, they were the better team. We will learn from this and come back stronger," Wright stated.
