NYC in the Fall is the Greatest One of All, II

The New York Times - or, as I call it, "The Times" - has very thoughtfully put together a look at the 11 previous World Series matchups for us. Enjoy! My favorite:

1977: Enter Reggie Jackson

Yankees win, 4-2. When a rivalry has the history of the Yankees-Dodgers, the heroics of the past can make it hard for the present to match up. Cue Mr. October.

Reggie Jackson produced one of the most famous World Series performances ever, smacking five home runs, three of them in the deciding Game 6. Belying his reputation for self-aggrandizement, Jackson said afterward: “Babe Ruth was great. I’m just lucky.”

Perhaps he was rattled by having to sprint off the diamond after the game, body-checking several fans. Hundreds of Yankees supporters had poured onto the field after the game, overwhelming security. It was a fitting ending for a turbulent year in New York City, including the Son of Sam killings, and a boisterous baseball season in which Yankees players, Manager Billy Martin and ownership feuded with one another as often as they won. But they claimed the franchise’s 21st championship, and its first since 1962.

Looking at these right now, it's incredible that this will be their first matchup in 43 years.😳 🤯