Mort Cooper pitched a masterful game 4 in the NLDS, spreading 6 hits over 9 innings to earn the complete game shutout victory and clinch the series 3 games to 1.
While the team celebrated in the visitor's clubhouse, it was still a slightly subdued atmosphere.
"We finally got over that first hump...." said Freddie Lindstrom as he popped a bottle of champagne. "...but there are still 8 more wins to get... gotta stay focused."
First baseman George Sisler picked up the series MVP award thanks to his impressive 3 home runs, 5 rbis and .500 average
Waffletown will head home to host Shasta in the NLCS. The two teams met 6 times during the regular season with Waffletown winning the series 4 games to 2.
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