1924 World Series – Washington Senators vs. New York Giants The only World Series to end on an extra-inning walk-off hit by a future Hall of Famer—Earl McNeely’s Game 7 double in the 12th—this seven-game classic crowned the Senators’ lone title. Walter Johnson, baseball’s most dominant pitcher for over a decade, finally won a ring after 21 seasons, redeeming years of frustration. The series featured four one-run games and intense pitching battles between Johnson, Tom Zachary, and the Giants’ Art Nehf. Giant manager John McGraw’s tactical genius clashed with Bucky Harris’ youthful leadership (Harris was player-manager at 27). Played at Griffith Stadium, it captivated a nation emerging from World War I. For Washington—a city long mocked as “first in war, first in peace, but last in the American League”—it was euphoric validation. The drama, historical significance, and emotional payoff make it timeless.
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