The 1951 National League Pennant - The Brooklyn Dodgers vs. The New York Giants

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The 1951 National League tie-breaker series was a best-of-three playoff series that extended Major League Baseball's 1951 regular season to decide the winner of the National League pennant. The games were played on October 1, 2, and 3, 1951, between the New York Giants and Brooklyn Dodgers. It was necessary after both teams finished the season with identical win–loss records of 96–58.

Game three was also held at the Polo Grounds. With each team having won one game, it was time for a matchup between the two teams' ace pitchers. Sal Maglie was on the mound for New York, while Brooklyn called on Don Newcombe.

At the 2 hour and 6 minute mark, We Changed Broadcasts for 45 Seconds to add one of the most Iconic Calls in Baseball History.

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