In 1977, and again in 1978, the Dodgers lost the World Series to the hated New York Yankees. The third time was the charm: In 1981, the Dodgers beat the Yankees.
“Fernandomania” dominated the regular season, but Fernando Valenzuela struggled during his lone World Series start. He pitched a complete game — a 5-4 victory — but he walked seven and made a now-heretical 147 pitches.
The Dodgers’ cleanup hitter in that game, first baseman Steve Garvey, batted .417 in the World Series.
Four decades later, Garvey is running for the U.