1935-Oct-04 • DET CHC • World Series G3 • Detroit Tigers vs Chicago Cubs - Baseball Radio Broadcast

The 1935 World Series Game 3 between the Detroit Tigers and Chicago Cubs unfolds in a high-stakes, radio-broadcasted thriller at Wrigley Field, with the Tigers mounting a dramatic comeback in the eighth inning to take a 5-3 lead after being down 3-0. Key moments include a pivotal double steal by Fox and Rogel, a spectacular catch by Demery, and a controversial ejection of Detroit coach Chubel, which intensified the emotional stakes. The game shifts dramatically in the 11th inning, where a crucial error by Lindstrom allows Detroit to load the bases, and a clutch single by White scores the go-ahead run. Schoolboy Rowe delivers a heroic pitching performance, retiring the side with two strikeouts to seal the 6-5 victory. The final out comes when Walter Stevenson, the third-string catcher, strikes out on a high fastball, ending the game in dramatic fashion. The broadcast captures the electric atmosphere, with detailed commentary highlighting defensive brilliance, pitching fatigue, and the cultural significance of the game, underscored by Ford Motor Company’s sponsorship. The game is celebrated as one of the most thrilling in World Series history, with fans and broadcasters alike captivated by its intensity and unpredictability.