Who Won the London Series?

By Michael Ferguson

The London Series, a two-game baseball showdown between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox, has come to an end. Fans from around the world tuned in to watch these two historic teams battle it out on British soil, but who ultimately came out on top?

The Results:
In game one, the Yankees emerged victorious, beating the Red Sox 17-13 in a high-scoring affair. Game two was a much closer contest, with both teams going back and forth until the Yankees ultimately pulled away in the late innings to win 12-8.

The Standout Performances:
Both games were filled with impressive performances from individual players on both teams. In game one, Yankees’ infielder DJ LeMahieu went 4 for 6 with 5 RBI’s and a home run to lead his team to victory. Red Sox outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. also had an outstanding game, hitting two home runs and driving in three runs of his own.

Game two saw another strong showing from LeMahieu, who went 2 for 5 with another home run and 4 RBI’s. Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts also had a great game at the plate, going 3 for 5 with a home run and driving in four runs for his team.

The Experience:

Beyond the results of each game, what made this series so special was the experience itself. This marked the first time that Major League Baseball had played regular-season games in Europe. The atmosphere at London Stadium was electric as fans from all over Europe came together to watch America’s pastime.

The event featured various pre-game festivities such as live music performances and interactive exhibits for fans to enjoy before first pitch. The games themselves were also filled with unique moments such as Big Ben chiming during play and both teams wearing special uniforms designed specifically for this series.

The Bottom Line:

While the Yankees won both games of the London Series, it’s safe to say that everyone involved was a winner. Baseball made its mark in Europe with an unforgettable event that was enjoyed by fans from all over the world. Both teams showcased their talent and put on a show for the fans in attendance and those watching from home.

The London Series will go down in history as a landmark moment for baseball, and we can only hope that this is just the beginning of a long-standing relationship between America’s pastime and Europe.