1996 World Series Game 1
Braves take Game 1, 12–1, at Yankee Stadium.
Game 1 of the 1996 World Series was played on October 19, 1996, at Yankee Stadium in The Bronx, New York. The Yankees lost to the Atlanta Braves, 12–1, giving the Braves a 1–0 lead in the series.
Quick Facts
- Result
- Braves win 12-1
- Series outcome
- Braves lead 1-0
- Key moment
- Braves' 8-run eighth inning
Lore & Background
The Braves led 4–1 entering the eighth inning, then scored eight runs to break the game open and win 12–1.
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