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He ranks this World Series among the top three or four all-time, citing the big moments, the road team victories, and the drama at every turn. Russo’s recounting vividly captures the essence of post-season unpredictability, making it a defining moment in baseball history.
Defining Great Series and Memorable Plays
Through ranking multiple World Series, Russo compares this year’s contest with iconic series such as the Yankee-Diamondbacks series, the 1990 Twins-Braves series, and the historic 1975 Red Sox-Reds encounter. He appreciates the element of road teams winning games—specifically pointing out that in this series, the Dodgers won more games on the road than at home, adding to its prestige.