The 1926 World Series was the championship series of Major League Baseball, held from October 5 to October 15, 1926. It featured the St. Louis Cardinals and the New York Yankees. The Cardinals won the series in seven games, marking their first championship title. The series was notable for its dramatic moments, including a pivotal Game 7 where the Cardinals triumphed 3-2. Grover Cleveland Alexander, a legendary pitcher, played a crucial role for the Cardinals, striking out Tony Lazzeri with the bases loaded in the final inning, securing the victory and the championship for St. Louis.