2011 World Series Title

Lore & Background

David Freese emerged as the undisputed savior, delivering a performance for the ages that included three home runs in the final two games. His walk-off single in Game 6 kept the team alive, while his two-run homer in Game 7 broke open what seemed to be a stalemate. This victory was not just about talent; it was about heart, marking the end of Tony La Russa's illustrious tenure with the franchise on the highest possible note.

Reader's Guide

The 2011 postseason run began with a gritty victory over the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLDS, followed by a hard-fought series against the Philadelphia Phillies in the NLCS where David Freese hit for the cycle.

In the World Series, the Rangers took an early 2-0 lead, but the Cardinals clawed back to force a Game 7 after David Freese's walk-off single in Game 6 at Busch Stadium.

The series concluded with a 4-3 victory in Arlington, where Freese was named MVP for his three home runs and six RBIs in the final two games. This title remains the last World Series championship won by the Cardinals to date.

Did You Know?

• The 2011 victory marked the first time since 1958 that a team came back from an 0-2 deficit to win the World Series in seven games.
• Tony La Russa won his third World Series title as a manager, all with different teams (Athletics, White Sox, Cardinals).