1964 10-11 Cardinals at Yankees World Series Game 4
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The Thomas Paine Podcast's episode on Game 4 of the 1964 World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and New York Yankees delivers a gripping, play-by-play account of a pivotal contest at Yankee Stadium. The Yankees started strong, taking a 3-0 lead in the first inning thanks to a dominant performance by young left-hander Al Downing, who allowed only one hit in five innings. However, the Cardinals' offense remained dormant until the sixth inning, when a crucial error by Yankees second baseman Bobby Richardson on a potential double play allowed the bases to load. This set the stage for Kenny Boyer’s game-changing grand slam — the ninth in World Series history — which gave the Cardinals a 4-3 lead and shifted the momentum entirely. The Cardinals’ bullpen, led by Roger Craig and rookie Ron Taylor, delivered a masterclass in relief pitching, shutting out the Yankees for eight and two-thirds innings. Key moments included Mickey Mantle being intentionally walked with the bases loaded in the eighth, only to strike out swinging, and the Cardinals holding firm in the ninth to secure the 4-3 victory. The win tied the series at 2-2, setting up a dramatic Game 5 in St. Louis featuring legendary pitchers Whitey Ford and Bob Gibson. The broadcast, enriched by vintage sponsorships from Gillette and Dodge, captures the tension, emotion, and historic significance of the moment with vivid commentary and player insights.
Kenny Boyer hit a grand slam in the sixth inning, the ninth in World Series history, to give the Cardinals a 4-3 lead and shift the momentum of the series.
The Cardinals' bullpen, led by Roger Craig and Ron Taylor, delivered eight and two-thirds innings of shutout relief, allowing only two hits and no runs after the first inning.
An error by Bobby Richardson in the sixth inning allowed the Cardinals to load the bases, directly setting up Boyer’s game-tying grand slam.
Mickey Mantle was intentionally walked with the bases loaded in the eighth inning but struck out swinging, a defining moment of tension in the game.
The Cardinals' 4-3 victory tied the series at 2-2, forcing a Game 6 in St. Louis and setting up a marquee matchup between Whitey Ford and Bob Gibson.
Pre-Game Setup and First Inning Dominance
The broadcast opens with sponsor messages from Gillette and Dodge, followed by a detailed pre-game analysis of the weather, player profiles, and lineup breakdowns. Al Downing is introduced as a 23-year-old left-hander with a powerful fastball. The Yankees jump to a 3-0 lead in the first inning, capitalizing on four straight hits off Cardinals starter Ray Sedecki. The Cardinals are held scoreless in the top of the first, with key players like Ken Boyer and Bill White failing to get hits.
Cardinals' Offensive Struggles and Relief Pitching
The Cardinals continue to struggle offensively, with only one hit through the first three innings. Al Downing maintains his dominance, striking out three batters and allowing just one hit. Roger Craig enters in relief and delivers a masterful performance, striking out seven batters in four and two-thirds innings. The Yankees are held scoreless in the last three innings, while the Cardinals remain unable to generate any runs despite having runners on base.
The Sixth-Inning Comeback: Boyer's Grand Slam
“And with one swing at the bat, the Cardinals are now out in front four to three.”
Post-Grand Slam Momentum and Seventh-Inning Tension
After the grand slam, the Cardinals maintain their lead into the seventh inning. Pete Mickelson enters the game in relief and faces a tough situation with runners on base. The Cardinals threaten again, but are ultimately retired in order. The game remains 4-3 in favor of St. Louis, with the Yankees still trailing for the first time in the series. The broadcast ends with the Cardinals leading in the middle of the seventh inning, setting up a dramatic finish.
The Grand Slam That Changed the Game
“With one swing of his bat, he changed the score from three to nothing Yankees to four to three St. Louis.”
“He crashed a home run, a grand slam homer to left field. He was the ninth batter in the history of the World Series to hit a grand slammer.”
“With one swing of his bat, he changed the score from three to nothing Yankees to four to three St. Louis.”
“And with one swing at the bat, the Cardinals are now out in front four to three.”
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Al Downing
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Mickey Mantle
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Ray Sedecki
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Ron Taylor
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Bobby Richardson
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