As we head into Game 5 of the 2023 World Series between the Texas Rangers and Arizona Diamondbacks, let’s take a look at some fun facts about the series.
On Tuesday night the Texas Rangers took themselves to within one win of a World Series title after they defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 11-7 in Game 4 of the ‘The Fall Classic.’ Now leading the series 3-1, the Rangers need one final push to bring to an end the second-longest championship drought in MLB history. Indeed, having never won the World Series before, one can imagine the magnitude of this moment. Yet, that’s what we already know having followed the series to this point. What about the things you don’t know about baseball’s biggest show? Here’s a look at some interesting curiosities surrounding America’s favorite pastime.
Fun facts you didn’t know about the World Series
Game 3 of the 2018 World Series between the Dodgers and Red Sox will never not be insane.
Longest World Series game ever at 7 hours and 20 minutes. Lasted longer than the entire 1939 World Series.
Today In 1972: Baseball legend Jackie Robinson makes his last public appearance before Game 2 of the World Series in Cincinnati, urging #MLB to hire the first Black manager. Sadly, Jackie would pass away just nine days later at the age of 53. #History#WorldSeries#Postseasonpic.twitter.com/nPpVlWF040
The Loma Prieta Earthquake strikes the Bay Area moments into ABC's broadcast of the 1989 World Series Game 3 between the Oakland A's and San Francisco Giants.