Boston BravesĀ beatĀ Bob FellerĀ and theĀ Cleveland Indians, 1 – 0
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On October 6, 1948 — In the opening game of the World Series, the Boston Braves beat Bob Feller and the Cleveland Indians, 1 – 0, with only two hits and the benefit of a disputed call on a pick-off attempt in the 8th inning by Feller.
Feller walked Braves catcher Bill Salkeld to open the inning. Braves manager, Billy Southworth then replaced the slow-footed Salkeld with Phil Masi, who entered the game as a pinch runner. Mike McCormick followed with a sacrifice bunt, advancing Masi to second base. Feller issued an intentional walk to Eddie Stanky, who was replaced by Sibby Sisti. Feller then tried to pick off Masi at second base. Indians’ shortstop Lou Boudreau appeared to tag Masi out, but umpire Bill Stewart called him safe.[9] Tommy Holmes proceeded to hit a single that allowed Masi to score the only run of the game, giving the Braves a 1ā0 victory.
Johnny Sain picks up the win allowing only four hits.
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