On October 24, 1996, the New York Yankees defeat the Atlanta Braves, 1-0, in a thrilling fifth game of the World Series. Cecil Fielderâs double scores Charlie Hayes with the only run of the game. Andy Pettitte pitches five-hit ball over eight and a third innings to pick up the win for the Yankees, out dueling Johm Smoltz who move within a game of the World ChampionshipâŠ
This was the last game played at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium. The Yankees, who finish the postseason with an 8-0 road record, are helped by poor Atlanta outfield defense and some great plays from their own outfielders.
