History of the World Series – 1914

History of the World Series – 1914

Dick Rudolph, a 27-game winner for the Braves, was chosen to start Game 1 against Chief Bender, whose .850 winning percentage(l7 victories in 20 decisions) led the majors in 1914. Rudolph spun a five-hitter and batterymate Hank Gowdy singled, doubled and tripled. Boston won, 7-1. The next day, Stallings called on his other ace, Bill…