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In 1968, the Detroit Tigers won their first pennant in 23 years. Manager Mayo Smith made creative moves while pitcher Denny McLain benefitted from numerous comeback wins.

Avoiding elimination in Game Five of the 1968 World Series, Detroit relied on Lolich from the mound, Horton's defense, and Kaline's crucial hit in the seventh inning.

Detroit and St. Louis entered the 1968 World Series with two outstanding pitchers. The Tigers had 31-game winner Denny McLain. The Cards' Bob Gibson won Game One.

Detroit's fortunes in the 1968 World Series turned in Game Five and rebounded in Game Six behind the sterling effort of 31-game winner Denny McLain, forcing a 7th game.

Mickey Lolich won Game Two of the 1968 World Series, his first of three wins, and Detroit Tiger fans exited St. Louis with a sigh of relief and the series even at 1-1.