WORLD SERIES RECORDS -- January 26

Which team holds the record for the highest batting average in a World Series?

A. Yankees (1960)
B. Dodgers (1955)
C. Reds (1975)
D. Athletics (1930)
E. Cardinals (1982)



BASEBALL BIRTHDAYS -- January 26
Brian Doyle
Rob Uecker
Kaiser Wilhelm
Jeff Branson






A. In 1960, the Yankees hit .338, setting an all-time record. They clobbered Pittsburgh, winning games by scores of 16-3, 10-0, and 12-0 -- the last two pitched by Whitey Ford. However, they lost in seven games and manager Casey Stengel was fired for only starting his ace Ford twice.