1947 – Pitcher Spec Shea throws a four-hitter and helps his own cause hitting two singles, as the New York Yankees win, 2 – 1, over the Brooklyn Dodgers in Game 5 of the World Series. A home run by Joe DiMaggio in the 5th inning is the margin.

On October 4, 1947 — 1947 – Pitcher Spec Shea throws a four-hitter and helps his own cause hitting two singles, as the New York Yankees win, 2 – 1, over the Brooklyn Dodgers in Game 5 of the World Series. A home run by Joe DiMaggio in the 5th inning is the margin.

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