The World Series was the Giants’ second trip to Kauffman Stadium in 2014, as the Royals had swept them in a three-game series on August 8–10. San Francisco won the series, 4–3. Both teams sent their respective aces to the mound for Game 1: James Shields for the Royals and Madison Bumgarner for the Giants.
Who did the Royals play in the World Series in 2014?
The Royals entered the 2014 World Series after defeating the Oakland Athletics 9–8 in the AL Wild Card game, sweeping the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in three games in the ALDS, and sweeping the Baltimore Orioles in four games in the ALCS.
What happened in Game 1 of the World Series?
San Francisco won the series, 4–3. Both teams sent their respective aces to the mound for Game 1: James Shields for the Royals and Madison Bumgarner for the Giants. The Giants scored the first run in the opening inning when a Pablo Sandoval double scored Gregor Blanco from second base, although Buster Posey was thrown out at home.
Who has home field advantage in the World Series in 2014?
The Royals had home field advantage in this World Series as a result of the American League’s 5–3 victory in the 2014 All-Star Game.
How many times have the San Francisco Giants won the World Series?
San Francisco Giants. The Giants made their third World Series appearance in five years, having won in 2010 and 2012, their 20th appearance overall, and their sixth appearance since moving to San Francisco from New York City in 1958.
What happened in Game 7 of the World Series?
Kansas City tied the series in Game 6, shutting out San Francisco and scoring 10 runs, which forced a Game 7. The Giants won the final game, 3–2, thanks to timely hitting, including the game-winning RBI by Michael Morse to score Pablo Sandoval.
