The game was the first ever played at the brand new Jacobs Field. In front of a sellout crowd of 41,459 the Indians introduced fans to a new era of Cleveland baseball with an 11th inning walk-off win. The late-inning theatrics would become a common occurrence over the next several seasons, leading Tribe fans to refer to the heroics as “Jacobs Field Magic”.
An Aging Landmark
From 1932 to 1993, the Cleveland Indians played in the cavernous Municipal Stadium. In 1946, the NFL’s Browns began play there as well. For many, the stadium was a symbol of pride.