At Ebbets Field, the Dodgers’ Ralph Branca outduels Cubs pitcher Paul Minner to win, 1 – 0. Branca strikes out 10 Cubs, walks none, and gives up three hits.

On August 24, 1951 — At Ebbets Field, the Dodgers’ Ralph Branca outduels Cubs pitcher Paul Minner to win, 1 – 0. Branca strikes out 10 Cubs, walks none, and gives up three hits.

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