New York Yankees win game 1 of the World Series

New York Yankees win game 1 of the World Series

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The video covers the opening game of the World Series between the New York Yankees and the Philadelphia Phillies. It highlights key moments, including the first relief pitcher to start a series, Jim Konstanty, and decisive plays by Yankees players Bobby Brown and Jerry Coleman. The game concludes with a victory for the Yankees, led by pitcher Vic Raschi.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the managers of the Yankees and Phillies during the World Series opening game?

Joe Girardi and Gabe Kapler

Joe Torre and Charlie Manuel

Casey Stengel and Eddie Sawyer

Billy Martin and Dallas Green

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant role did Jim Konstanty play in the World Series opening game?

First player to steal a base in the series

First player to hit a home run in the series

First relief pitcher to start a World Series game

First pitcher to throw a no-hitter in the series

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the only extra-base hit in the game?

A triple by Mickey Mantle

A single by Joe DiMaggio

A home run by Yogi Berra

A double by Bobby Brown

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Yankees score their only run in the game?

A stolen base by Derek Jeter

A double play by Lou Gehrig

A sacrifice fly by Jerry Coleman

A home run by Babe Ruth

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who secured the final out for the Yankees in the ninth inning?

Lefty Gomez

Red Ruffing

Vic Raschi

Whitey Ford