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The very beginning of the MLB, the National League was started
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The first world series was played this day. Boston Americans against the Pittsburgh Pirates, Boston won.
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Boycot of the American League
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In forty-five years the Yankees played in 29 of them, and won 20.
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Made into a best of seven series
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Prior to this the teams with the best record were set into the World Series
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The Designated Hitter or DH makes the debut in the World Series which allows a hitter to play offense for a defensive player, often the pitcher.
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The World Series was scheduled at night for the first time.
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The final World Series Game during the day was the last game of 1984 series at Tiger Stadium
